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carthage

 

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Noun carthage has 1 sense
  1. Carthage - an ancient city state on the north African coast near modern Tunis; founded by Phoenicians; destroyed and rebuilt by Romans; razed by Arabs in 697
    --1 is a kind of
    city state
    --1 is a part of Phoenicia, Phenicia
    --1 has member: Carthaginian

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Carthage

Noun (proper):

An ancient city-state located in present-day Tunisia that was a major power in the Mediterranean region from the 9th century BCE until its destruction by Rome in the 2nd century BCE.

Example sentence: The city of Carthage was known for its great wealth and naval strength.

Noun (common):

A historic city and popular tourist destination in Tunisia, known for its archaeological sites and ancient ruins.

Example sentence: During our vacation in Tunisia, we visited Carthage and explored its fascinating ruins.

Adjective:

Referring to or related to the ancient city or empire of Carthage.

Example sentence: Their family proudly traces its roots back to the Carthaginian civilization.

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