non-Hellenic
|non-Hel-len-ic|
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/nɒn-həˈlɛnɪk/
not Greek
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-Hellenic' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'Hellenic,' which refers to the ancient Greek culture.
Historical Evolution
The term 'Hellenic' comes from the Greek word 'Hellas,' meaning Greece. The prefix 'non-' was added to denote something that is not Greek.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not Greek,' and this meaning has remained consistent over time.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42