English Explanatory Dictionary

ancient history

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A period of history generally seen as occurring before the Middle Ages, that is, before the fall of the Roman Empire. Includes Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome.
That which happened a long time ago and not worth discussing any more.

Pronunciation

en-au-ancient history.ogg

Word forms

ancient history

Related words

bygones water under the bridge

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