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Koppa

Definition

Koppa is a term that refers to a letter in the ancient Greek alphabet (Ϙ, ϙ). It is the archaic equivalent of the modern letter "Q" in the English alphabet. Koppa is rarely used in modern Greek.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Senses

1. Ancient Greek Letter
2. Obsolete Variation of "Q"

Usages

Sense 1: Ancient Greek Letter

In ancient Greek, koppa (Ϙ, ϙ) was used as a numeral symbol with a value of 90. It was eventually replaced by the simpler letter sigma (Σ) in numerical notation.

Sample Sentence:

The inscription on the ancient artifact included the letter koppa as part of the date, indicating its significance in that era.

Sense 2: Obsolete Variation of "Q"

Koppa is considered an obsolete variation of the letter "Q" and has limited usage in modern times. It often appears in scholarly texts, historical documents, or specialized contexts.

Sample Sentence:

The word "antique" was spelled with a koppa instead of a regular "Q" in the old manuscript, revealing its age and historical context.

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