aleiptae
Glossary term
/əˈlaɪp.tiː/
Anointers or trainers [Greek]. People attempting to improve St Just by rubbing, discipline or other civilising procedures.
Appears in
- Pretty Poli chapters:
From the books (1 passage)
“Nor the aleiptae neither. The entreaties of their elders hold no sway with headstrong youth, who ever must pursue the path of folly. Still, a fond father does whatever lies within his power.”