cestus Meaning, Definition & Usage

Ces"tus noun

Etymology

L. cestus girdle, Gr. , lit., stitched, embroidered.

Definitions

1. (Antiq.) A girdle; particularly that of Aphrodite (or Venus) which gave the wearer the power of exciting love.
2. (Zoöl.) A genus of Ctenophora. The typical species (Cestus Veneris) is remarkable for its brilliant iridescent colors, and its long, girdlelike form.

Ces"tus noun

Etymology

L. caestus, and cestus.

Definitions

1. (Antiq.) A covering for the hands of boxers, made of leather bands, and often loaded with lead or iron.