-idion

1. a diminutive suffix occurring in loanwords from Greek.

   enchiridion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of -idion¹

From Greek

Example Sentences

So then Glyndwyr rode south to besiege and burn the town of Caerdyf, while at Caer Idion Richard Holland tranquilly abode for some three weeks.

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So then Glyndwyr rode south to besiege and burn the town of Caerdyf, while at Caer Idion Richard Holland abode tranquilly for some three weeks.

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For you have a fief at Caer Idion, I think?—Very well!

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It is your part to see that Henry knows I am living disguised and defenceless at Caer Idion.”

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Next day he despatched Caradawc to Owain Glyndwyr to bid the latter send the promised implements to Caer Idion.

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