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Boustrophedon Definition & Meaning

boustrophedon
noun
  1. an ancient writing system: having alternate lines written in opposite directions; literally `as the ox ploughs'

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What does boustrophedon mean?
an ancient writing system: having alternate lines written in opposite directions; literally `as the ox ploughs'
What part of speech is boustrophedon?
Boustrophedon is a noun.

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