Hathor-headed

American

[hath-er-hed-id] / ˈhæθ ərˌhɛd ɪd /

adjective

(of an ancient Egyptian column) having a capital in the form of the head of Hathor; Hathoric.

Etymology

Origin of Hathor-headed

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

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What afterwards became the Hathor-headed column appears as a human face with a cow's ears and horns.

From The Religions of Ancient Egypt and Babylonia by Sayce, A. H. (Archibald Henry)

The hypostyle hall, however, is supported by six Hathor-headed pillars.

From Manual of Egyptian Archaeology and Guide to the Study of Antiquities in Egypt by Maspero, G. (Gaston)

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