Parthenon

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Παρθενών (Parthenṓn), from παρθενών (parthenṓn, women's chamber), from παρθένος (parthénos, virgin; young woman).

Pronunciation

  • (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈpɑːθənən/
  • (US) IPA(key): /ˈpɑːɹθənɑːn/
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Proper noun

Parthenon

  1. An ancient temple to Athena and monument in the city of Athens. It is a symbol of Greek achievement in the arts and of Athenian democracy.

Usage notes

Not to be confused with the Roman Pantheon.

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