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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

Adjective 1

relating to the Pharaohs or the period of their rule in ancient Egypt.

The Pharaonic architecture is a testament to ancient Egyptian civilization.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/07/25 22:45