Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Callipygian
callipygian \ˌka-lə-ˈpi-j(ē-)ən\ also callipygous \-ˈpī-gəs\ adjective: having shapely buttocks
Etymology: Greek kallipygos, from kalli- beautiful + pygē buttocks
Calligraphy and kaleidoscope are also constructed from kallos, the ancient Greek word for beauty.
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