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Palaestra

Description:

Palaestra refers to an ancient Greek gymnasium or wrestling school where athletes trained and competed in various athletic disciplines, particularly wrestling and boxing. It served as a center for physical education and training in ancient Greece.

Examples:

As a noun:

1. The palaestra was a central part of the ancient Greek way of life.
2. Young athletes gathered at the palaestra to practice and compete.

As a verb:

1. We would palaestra together to prepare for the wrestling match.
2. He palaestras diligently, striving to improve his skills in the sport.

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• Books on ancient Greek gymnasium
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