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Chaldee

Chaldee

9.9
Relating to the ancient people, language, or culture of Chaldea
  • adjective
  • /ˈkæl.di/
translation icon : caldeo
  • He studied ancient Chaldee inscriptions found on clay tablets.

Examples

  • The Chaldee language was once widely used in Babylonia.

  • Artifacts with Chaldee script were displayed in the museum.

  • The Chaldee language has a rich history.

  • Many ancient texts were written in Chaldee.

  • Many ancient texts were written in Chaldee, showcasing the culture of its people.

  • The Chaldee language was once widely used in Babylonia, influencing later linguistic development.

  • Artifacts with Chaldee script provide valuable insights into the ancient civilization.

Synonyms

Chaldean
vsChaldee
1 9.9

Relating to an ancient region in southern Iraq and its people

has identical meaning but exists as another form of the word

Surface Forms

Chaldee positive

Etymology

Chaldee comes from the name Chaldea, an ancient land in southern Babylon whose people were famous for 'studying the stars'. So, Chaldee as an adjective means 'of or from Chaldea', for example a language, culture, or writing that comes from that place.