παραφύλαξ
noun
noun
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Added Oct 08, 2026
Definition
A “side-guard” or auxiliary watchman; one stationed beside or in support of the main guard, hence a sentinel posted to keep watch alongside others.
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Grammatical Analysis
"παραφύλαξ"
Lemma like form: παραφύλαξ (agent-noun in -αξ)
Case: nominative
Number: singular
Gender: masculine
Declension: 3rd declension (stem in -ακ-, nominative sg in -αξ)
Formation note: compound with παρα- + φύλαξ; nominative singular ends in -ξ from -κς