How Do You Spell ADROBOLON?

Pronunciation: [ɐdɹˈɒbɒlən] (IPA)

The word "Adrobolon" is spelled with an "o" in between the letters "b" and "l" rather than with two separate "b" and "l" sounds. This obscure term is pronounced /əˈdrɒbəlɒn/ according to the International Phonetic Alphabet. The word is of Greek origin and is believed to refer to a type of garment worn by ancient Greek women. The spelling of this word may seem strange to those unfamiliar with Greek phonetics, but it follows the standard rules of the language.