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Definition of Thebes
1. Noun. An ancient Egyptian city on the Nile River that flourished from the 22nd century BC to the 18th century BC; today the archeological remains include many splendid temples and tombs.
Generic synonyms: City, Metropolis, Urban Center
Group relationships: Arab Republic Of Egypt, Egypt, United Arab Republic
Member holonyms: Theban
Group relationships: Arab Republic Of Egypt, Egypt, United Arab Republic
Member holonyms: Theban
2. Noun. An ancient Greek city in Boeotia destroyed by Alexander the Great in 336 BC.
Definition of Thebes
1. Proper noun. Any of two important cities in antiquity, either in Greece or Egypt. ¹
2. Proper noun. (dated) (alternative spelling of Thebes) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Thebes
1. thebe [n] - See also: thebe
Lexicographical Neighbors of Thebes
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