Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sphaeristerium

Noun

/sfɛːrɪˈstɪəriəm/

Definition

A small, spherical object or ball used in sports and recreation, specifically in ancient Greek ball games.

Examples

The ancient Greeks played a game called sphaeristerium, involving a ball made of leather.
In the museum, we discovered a replica of a sphaeristerium used by athletes in ancient competitions.
He practiced his throwing skills with a sphaeristerium in preparation for the upcoming festival.

Meaning

Sphaeristerium refers to a type of ball that was often used in various physical games, particularly in ancient times, where players would engage in competitive ball throwing or tossing activities.