Definition of "oxos" [oxos]

• Plural form of oxo. (noun)

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• "-- In consequence of a similar misconception, both Codices are observed to present us with the word "wine" instead of "vinegar" in S. Matthew's phrase oxos meta choles memigmenon: which results from a mistaken endeavour on the part of some ancient critic to bring S.Matth. xxvii. 34 into harmony with"
• "Heb. hometz, Gr. oxos, Fr. vin aigre; i.e., "sour wine.""
• "Homily on S. Matthew's Gospel, (Opp. vii, 825 C: [vol.p. 526, ed. Field.]) is read as follows: -- Enomisan Elian einai, phesi, ton kaloumenon, kai eutheos epotisan auton oxos: (which is clearly meant to be a summary of the contents of ver. 48: then follows) heteros de proselthon lonche autou ten pleuran enuxe."