1. In ancient Greece, young men (typically aged 18–20) undergoing military training and civic education.
Usage: plural of ephebos; historical/classical context; primarily used in academic discussions of ancient Greek society

Examples

• The epheboi of Athens were required to serve in the military for two years.
• During the classical period, epheboi participated in gymnastics and weapons training.
• The epheboi wore distinctive cloaks to mark their status as young citizens in training.
• Historians study the role of epheboi to understand ancient Greek education systems.