adrianople

noun

Meaning

A historical city in Thrace, strategically located at the confluence of three rivers, which played a pivotal role in numerous ancient and medieval conflicts.

Examples

The Battle of Adrianople in 378 AD marked a turning point in the decline of the Roman Empire.
Many medieval trade routes passed through Adrianople, connecting the Balkan Peninsula to the Byzantine heartland.

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adrianople

noun

Pronunciation: ˌeɪdriəˈnoʊpəl

Definition

A historical city in Thrace, strategically located at the confluence of three rivers, which played a pivotal role in numerous ancient and medieval conflicts.

Examples

The Battle of Adrianople in 378 AD marked a turning point in the decline of the Roman Empire.
Many medieval trade routes passed through Adrianople, connecting the Balkan Peninsula to the Byzantine heartland.

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