ἡνίαν

Lemma: ἡνία

noun noun
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Definition

Reins; the strap(s) used to guide and control a horse or chariot. By extension, the act or means of controlling or directing (e.g., “the reins” of power).

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Grammatical Analysis

"ἡνίαν"

Case: accusative

Number: singular

Gender: feminine

Declension: 1st declension (contracted in -α/-η; from ἡνία)

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