Argive
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A person from the ancient Greek city of Argos
- noun
- Archaic
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argivo
Examples
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In the foreground are houses of the Bronze Age settlement and the Cyclopean wall; in the background is the excavation of the south sector of the Lower Town and the Argive Plain.
Academic text (2008) -
For the Argive invasion of Epidauros, see further Ferrari, Alcman and the Cosmos of Sparta, 132-33.
Academic text (2014) -
The Argive people were known for their contributions to ancient Greek culture and mythology.
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During the festival, many Argives gathered to celebrate their heritage and honor their ancestors.
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An Argive warrior stood proudly among his fellow soldiers, ready to defend his city in battle.
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Etymology
Argive comes from the ancient Greek city Argos, so it originally meant a person 'from Argos'. That is why an Argive hero is simply a hero who comes from that city.