What is another word for abydos?

Pronunciation: [ɐbˈɪdə͡ʊz] (IPA)

Abydos is an ancient Egyptian city located on the west bank of the Nile River. It is known for its important archaeological sites, including the Temple of Seti I and the Osireion, a mysterious underground structure. Synonyms for Abydos include "Abdju," "Abdju Tep," "Abdju-Abydos," and "Abdju-Abtu." Some also refer to it as "The City of the Dead," as it was considered a sacred burial site for ancient Egyptians. Abydos played a significant role in ancient Egyptian beliefs and rituals, and today it remains an important destination for those interested in history and archaeology.

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What are the hypernyms for Abydos?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    city, landmark, place of worship, tourist destination, Ancient Egyptian City, Historic Place, Site of archaeological interest.

What are the holonyms for Abydos?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

Usage examples for Abydos

In the meantime the Peloponnesians sailed from abydos to Elaeus, and recovered such of their captured galleys as were still uninjured, the rest having been burned by the Elaeusians, and sent Hippocrates and Epicles to Euboea to fetch the squadron from that island.
"The History of the Peloponnesian War"
Thucydides
Most of the Peloponnesians fled for refuge first to the river Midius, and afterwards to abydos.
"The History of the Peloponnesian War"
Thucydides
The Athenians formed in column and sailed close alongshore to Sestos; upon perceiving which the Peloponnesians put out from abydos to meet them.
"The History of the Peloponnesian War"
Thucydides

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