We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. By continuing to use our website, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Find out more

Subscriber login

Library card login

Other

X Close menu

Dictionary Language resources

xoanon

Pronunciation: /ˈzəʊənɒn/

Definition of xoanon

noun (plural xoana /-nə/)

(in ancient Greece) a primitive wooden image of a deity.

Origin:

early 18th century: from Greek; related to xein 'carve'

Nearby words

XL
Xmas
XML
XMS
XO
xoanon
XOR
xu
Xuzhou
XXL
xylan

| Cite

For Oxford's best resources for writers, plus thesaurus, audio, and 1.9m examples.

GET PRO ►

Shop for an Oxford dictionary

Find the perfect Oxford dictionary for you in our online shop.

SHOP NOW ►

monocular

/ məˈnɒkjʊlə

adjective , noun

with, for, or in one eye …

See full definition »