Alcaeus

noun

Meaning

A prominent lyric poet from the island of Lesbos who lived during the late 7th and early 6th centuries BC.

Examples

The fragments of Alcaeus provide valuable insight into the aristocratic struggles of his time.
Scholars often compare the monodic style of Alcaeus with that of his contemporary, Sappho.

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Alcaeus

noun

Pronunciation: ælˈsiːəs

Definition

A prominent lyric poet from the island of Lesbos who lived during the late 7th and early 6th centuries BC.

Examples

The fragments of Alcaeus provide valuable insight into the aristocratic struggles of his time.
Scholars often compare the monodic style of Alcaeus with that of his contemporary, Sappho.

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