Dromon

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  • n. a Byzantine bireme, similar to the chelandion, but used primarily for naval combat
  • The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • n. A large, fast-sailing war-vessel; hence, a similar vessel of any kind. Also dromedary.
  • Word Usage
    "Melville was in the house at the time, and on entering the room the dying boy embraced him and passed away with the words of the Apostle on his lips -- [Greek: didaskale, ton dromon mou teteleka] -- 'Master, I have finished my course.'"
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