Alectryomachy

/æ.lɛk.tri.ˈɑm.ə.ki/ noun

Definition

A variant spelling of alectoromachy; fighting or combat between roosters or cockfighting.

Etymology

Variant of 'alectoromachy' using 'alectryo-' instead of 'alectoro-,' from Greek 'alektryon' with slightly different transliteration.

Kelly Says

The spelling variations in ancient Greek compounds show how transliteration isn't perfect—both 'alectoromachy' and 'alectryomachy' preserve the same rooster-battle concept through slightly different paths.

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