amphictyony meaning

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amphictyony (noun): an association of neighboring states or tribes in ancient Greece; established originally to defend a common religious center.

Definition of amphictyony

  1. an association of neighboring states or tribes in ancient Greece; established originally to defend a common religious center

    Type of: political unit

Word lists: words starting with AM · words ending in NY · 11-letter words

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