aeneid

noun

Meaning

A Latin epic poem written by Virgil between 29 and 19 BC that recounts the journey of the hero Aeneas after the fall of Troy.

Examples

Students in the classics department are required to read the Aeneid in its original Latin.
The Aeneid serves as a foundational text for understanding Roman mythology and national identity.

Synonyms: epic, poem, classic, masterpiece

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aeneid

noun

Pronunciation: iːˈniːɪd

Definition

A Latin epic poem written by Virgil between 29 and 19 BC that recounts the journey of the hero Aeneas after the fall of Troy.

Examples

Students in the classics department are required to read the Aeneid in its original Latin.
The Aeneid serves as a foundational text for understanding Roman mythology and national identity.

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