Achaemenid
See also: Achæmenid
English
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editEtymology
editFrom Ancient Greek Ἀχαιμενίδης (Akhaimenídēs).
Pronunciation
editAdjective
editAchaemenid (not comparable)
- Relating to the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE (the Achaemenid Empire), founded by Achaemenes.
Derived terms
editTranslations
editrelating to the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE
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Noun
editAchaemenid (plural Achaemenids or Achaemenidae or Achaemenides)
- A member of the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE (the Achaemenid Empire).
Translations
edita member of the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE
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