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Aeolia

|Ae-o-li-a|

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/iˈoʊliə/

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/iˈəʊliə/

Ancient Greek region

Etymology
Etymology Information

'Aeolia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'Αἰολία', where 'Αἰολ-' referred to the Aeolian people.

Historical Evolution

'Αἰολία' transformed into the Latin word 'Aeolia', and eventually became the modern English word 'Aeolia'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the land of the Aeolian people, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a region in ancient Greece, located in the northwestern part of Asia Minor, known for its association with the Aeolian Greeks.

Aeolia was known for its rich cultural heritage and influence in ancient Greek history.

Last updated: 2025/07/11 11:57