Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Phoenician
Adjective
/fəˈnɪʃən/
Definition
Relating to the ancient civilization that originated in the region of modern-day Lebanon and parts of Syria and Israel, known for its maritime trading and the development of the alphabet.
Examples
- The Phoenician alphabet was one of the first alphabets to use characters to represent sounds.
- Many cities in ancient civilizations were heavily influenced by Phoenician trade routes.
- The Phoenician civilization is often credited with spreading their alphabet to the Greeks.
Meaning
Pertaining to the people, culture, or language of the Phoenicians, who were renowned for their advancements in trade, exploration, and writing.
Synonyms
- Carthaginian
- Semitic
- Maritime
