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Word: Amphictyony
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
mid 19th century; earliest use found in Connop Thirlwall (1797–1875), historian and bishop of St David's. From ancient Greek Ἀμϕικτυονία Amphictyonic League from Ἀμϕικτύονες + -ία
Definition:
Any of several alliances of neighbouring ancient Greek tribes or states formed to protect common interests. Also in extended use: a league, an alliance; a clique.
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