Pharaonic
|Pha-ra-on-ic|
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/ˌfɛrəˈɒnɪk/
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/ˌfɛərəˈɒnɪk/
Relating to ancient Egyptian rulers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Pharaonic' originates from the Greek word 'Pharaōn,' which referred to the rulers of ancient Egypt.
Historical Evolution
'Pharaōn' transformed into the Latin word 'Pharao,' and eventually became the modern English word 'Pharaoh,' from which 'Pharaonic' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the rulers of ancient Egypt, but over time it evolved to describe anything related to their era or style.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/07/25 22:45
