Strigil

/stɹˈɪd‌ʒɪl/

/stɹˈɪdʒɪl/

Strigil

a decorative motif or pattern resembling the shape or design of the ancient strigil tool

Examples

1. Strigils were also quite sharp.

2. Excess use of the strigil, however, could have negative consequences.

3. Emperors and common folk alike used a strigil, which is essentially a small sickle to wipe away sweat and oil.

4. Both men and women would use a strigil, and it was deemed an important tool to have for visual cleanliness.