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ancient

adjective A2
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eski, çok eski, antik

existing from a very distant past; having great age

The museum displayed an ancient vase from Greece.

  • She studied ancient myths for her literature class.
  • Archaeologists uncovered ancient tools near the riverbank.
  • Scholars debate the meaning of ancient astronomical records.
  • The novel explores how ancient trade routes shaped modern economies.
  • ancient civilization · eski medeniyet The ancient civilization of the Maya left impressive stone monuments.
  • ancient ruins · eski kalıntılar Tourists visited the ancient ruins of the Roman forum.
  • in ancient times In ancient times, people relied on the stars for navigation.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: old

opposite: modern

topic: History

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