Choragion

/kəˈreɪdʒiən/ noun

Definition

A monument or building erected by a choragus to commemorate a dramatic victory.

Etymology

From Greek 'choragion,' from 'choragus' + the suffix '-ion' (forming nouns), literally a place or structure related to the choragus.

Kelly Says

These monuments were ancient celebrity status symbols—only successful (and rich) chorus sponsors built them, so finding one archaeologically tells you exactly when and where a play festival happened.

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