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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ichthys

/ɪkθɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does ichthys mean?

noun

A symbol or acronym representing the Greek word for 'fish', often used as a secret code by early Christians.

Example

"The ichthys symbol was used by early Christians to identify themselves without arousing suspicion from Roman authorities."

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