Meaning Of The Word Amphictyon

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What's The Definition Of Amphictyon?

Amphictyon in American English
noun: a son of Deucalion and Pyrrha who seized the throne of Attica and who, in devising a plan for avoiding disputes at his council meetings, became the first man to mix water with wine

amphictyon in British English
a delegate to the council or assembly of an amphictyony
noun: a delegate to an amphictyonic council
noun: a deputy to the council of an amphictyony

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