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    Alejandría (en. Alexandria)

    /aleχanˈdɾia/

    Meaning & Definition

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    noun
    Ancient Egyptian city located on the Mediterranean coast, famous for its lighthouse and library, a symbol of ancient culture.
    The library of Alexandria was one of the largest in the ancient world.
    La biblioteca de Alejandría fue una de las más grandes del mundo antiguo.
    Cultural and scientific center in antiquity, where thinkers and scholars gathered.
    Alexandria was an important center of knowledge in its time.
    Alejandría fue un importante centro de conocimiento en su época.

    Etymology

    The name comes from the ancient Greek 'Alexandria', meaning 'the city of Alexander'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Library of Alexandria
    The iconic place of knowledge and wisdom in antiquity.
    Biblioteca de Alejandría
    Lighthouse of Alexandria
    One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, symbol of guidance and light.
    Faro de Alejandría

    Related Words

    Alexander the Great
    Macedonian conqueror who founded the city of Alexandria.
    Alejandro Magno
    Hellenistic culture
    The civilization that developed after Alexander's conquests, influenced by Greek culture.
    cultura helenística

    Slang Meanings

    Reference to something very ancient.
    That book is like the Alexandria of literature, it has so much knowledge.
    Ese libro es como la Alejandría de la literatura, tiene tanto conocimiento.
    Ironic use to describe something lost or in ruins.
    That website is like Alexandria, full of outdated information.
    Ese sitio web es como la Alejandría, lleno de información desactualizada.