andron
(in an ancient Greek house) an apartment for men, especially one for banqueting.
(in an ancient Roman house) a passage between two peristyles.
Origin of andron
1Other definitions for Andron (2 of 2)
a son of Anius who was given the power of prophecy by Apollo.
- Also An·drus [an-druhs] /ˈæn drəs/ .
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How to use andron in a sentence
Andrus, they knew, was on board, and had that morning wired ahead to his traders to prepare teams and wagons.
The Rogue Elephant | Elliott WhitneyThe hospitable Boer did not need the letter from Piet Andrus to welcome them, and the boys were keenly interested in his family.
The Rogue Elephant | Elliott WhitneyIf so, progress would have been necessary through the sloughs of Tyler and Andrus islands.
Colonial Expeditions to the Interior of California Central Valley, 1800-1820 | Sherburne Friend CookDr. Andrus was on deck and saw me and had them wait until I was on board.
Diary of an Enlisted Man | Lawrence Van AlstyneDr. Andrus is dosing me and when it clears off I hope to feel better.
Diary of an Enlisted Man | Lawrence Van Alstyne
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