Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Mesopotamia

Noun

/ˌmɛsəpəˈteɪmiə/

Definition

An ancient region located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, primarily in modern-day Iraq.

Examples

Mesopotamia is known for its early advances in writing and agriculture.
The Sumerians, who lived in Mesopotamia, developed one of the first known writing systems.

Meaning

The name Mesopotamia means ‘land between the rivers’ in Greek. It is often considered the cradle of civilization where early human societies developed.