anabases
|an-a-bas-es|
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/əˈnæbəsiz/
(anabasis)
military advance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anabasis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'anábasis,' where 'ana-' meant 'up' and 'básis' meant 'going or stepping.'
Historical Evolution
'anábasis' was adopted into Latin as 'anabasis' and eventually became the modern English word 'anabasis.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a going up or ascent,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a military advance or expedition.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a military advance or expedition, especially a difficult one.
The general led an anabasis into the enemy territory.
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Last updated: 2025/07/25 08:06