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Antiochene

Antiochene

9.9
A person from the ancient city of Antioch
  • noun
  • /ˌæntiˈoʊkiːn/
translation icon : antioqueno
  • Artifacts found in the ruins belonged to a wealthy Antiochene family.

Examples

  • The ancient Antiochene merchants were known for their trade along the Silk Road.

  • The Antiochenes were known for their hospitality.

  • Many early Christian scholars were Antiochenes who contributed to theological debates.

  • Many Antiochenes contributed to the arts and sciences.

  • The ancient Antiochene merchants were known for their trade along the Silk Road.

  • Artifacts found in the ruins belonged to a wealthy Antiochene family.

  • Many early Christian scholars were Antiochene who contributed to theological debates.

Surface Forms

Antiochene singular
Antiochenes plural

Etymology

Antiochene comes from the ancient city Antioch and means someone who lives in or was born in Antioch, so it simply means 'a native or inhabitant of Antioch', like calling someone a Parisian for Paris.