damon

Thân thiện

Damon pledges his life for his friend Phintias.

Definition

Proper noun A historical figure from the 4th century BC, known for his legendary friendship with Phintias (also called Pythias). Damon is celebrated as the friend who pledged his own life as a guarantee for Phintias's return.

Usage

The word "Damon" is used almost exclusively to refer to this specific historical person and the story of his friendship. It is a proper noun and is always capitalized.

Examples

• The story of Damon and Pythias is a classic tale of loyalty.
• In the legend, Damon offered himself as a hostage.
• The names Damon and Pythias have become synonymous with true friendship.

Advanced Usage

• "Damon and Pythias": This phrase is used as an idiom to represent an ideal, self-sacrificing friendship. The story itself is often referenced in discussions of loyalty, trust, and sacrifice.
  • Their bond was like that of Damon and Pythias; each would do anything for the other.

Variants and Related Words

• Damon and Pythias: The inseparable pair from the Greek legend.
• Phintias: The other friend in the story, often called Pythias.

Synonyms

• (As a symbol) Paragon of friendship, loyal friend.

Idioms and Phrases

• A Damon and Pythias friendship: An extraordinarily loyal and trusting friendship where one is willing to die for the other.
  • Through all their trials, they maintained a Damon and Pythias friendship.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the friend of Phintias who pledged his life that Phintias would return (4th century BC)

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