Definition: Meaning of, Damon and Pythias in English to English dictionary.
Pronunciation:/ ˈdeɪmən ənd;(ə)n;and ˈpɪθɪas /
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Greek mythology according to a Greek legend: when Pythias was sentenced to be executed Damon took his place to allow Pythias to get his affairs in order; when Pythias returned in time to save Damon the king was so impressed that he let them both live