ἐπίβλημα

A. that which is thrown over, covering, Nicostr. Com.15; coverlet, bedspread, IG 12(5).593.4 (Iulis, v B.C.), Gal. 14.638, Sor. 1.85; head-covering, Gal. UP 11.12.

2. . tapestry, hangings, Plu. Cat.Ma. 4, Arr. An. 6.29.5.

II. . that which is put on, piece of embroidery, ἐ. ποικίλον IG 12.387.28, 22.1514.31; mantle, LXX Is. 3.22.

2. . patch, Ev.Matt. 9.16, etc.

3. . outer bandage, Paul. Aeg.6.92.