ancient Greek
nounUK /ˈeɪnʃənt ɡriːk/
US /ˈeɪnʃənt ɡriːk/
The language that people spoke in Greece a very long time ago.
She is learning ancient Greek so she can read old stories.
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2. A person who lived in Greece long ago.
The ancient Greeks built beautiful temples.
3. Relating to the culture or history of early Greece.
He studies ancient Greek art at the museum.
4. The Greek language from about 800 BC to 600 AD.
Many English words come from ancient Greek.