Meaning & History
Derived from the Greek verb δολοπεύω (dolopeuo) meaning "to plot", which itself is closely related to the Greek verb δολόω (doloo) meaning "to beguile, to ensnare" as well as "to corrupt, to adulterate". Also compare the Greek verb δολιόω (dolioo) meaning "to lure, to deceive, to use deceit". In Greek mythology, Dolopion is a Trojan priest who is the father of Hypsenor.