Definitions for xysts

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xysts xyst

Spelling: [zist]

IPA: /zɪst/

Xysts is a 5 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 15 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 14 points.

You can make 21 anagrams from letters in xysts (sstxy).

Definitions for xysts

noun

1. (in ancient Greek and Roman architecture) a covered portico, as a promenade.
2. (in an ancient Roman villa) a garden walk planted with trees.

Origin of xysts

1655-65; Latin xystus garden terrace, shaded walk Greek xystós a covered colonnade

Examples for xysts

xyst, zist, n. a covered portico used by athletes for their exercises.