Gallia
|Gal/li/a|
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/ˈɡæliə/
Ancient region of Gauls
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Gallia' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'Gallia', which referred to the region inhabited by the Gauls.
Historical Evolution
'Gallia' was used in Latin texts to describe the region, and it has remained largely unchanged in modern historical references.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the geographical region inhabited by the Gauls, and this meaning has remained consistent in historical contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an ancient region of Western Europe, corresponding roughly to modern-day France and parts of Belgium, western Germany, and northern Italy.
Julius Caesar famously conquered Gallia during the Gallic Wars.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/19 13:51