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rhyton

ritual libation vessel (pour sacred liquid)

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megaron

large central hall

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pithos

large storage jar laid in earth for storage of goods and liquid (wine, crops)

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wanax

supreme king, military leader

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lawagetas

leader of the people/army

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doeroi/doerai

Slaves

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tholos

tombs/burial site with earth laid on top

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dromos

road/street

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krater

jug for mixing water and wine

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basileus

king

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Xenia

Greek hospitality/guest friendship

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aretê

Exellence

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oikos

Household/family

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Kleos aphthiton

undying glory

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klêros

parcel of land/farm lot

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metropolis

city (polys = city state)

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Helot

Subjugated population who formed majority of labor force in spartan controlled Laconia

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hubris

Extreme of excessive pride