battle of Leuctra
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- proper noun
- /ˈbætəl əv ljuˈɛktrə/
- The battle of Leuctra in 371 BC was crucial for Thebes, leading to the end of Spartan dominance in Greece.
Examples
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The battle of Leuctra marked a turning point in ancient Greek history.
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After the battle of Leuctra, Thebes emerged as a dominant power in Greece.
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Historians often discuss the strategies employed during the battle of Leuctra.
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The battle of Leuctra was a turning point in Greek history.
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Did you know about the battle of Leuctra?
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The battle of Leuctra showcased innovative tactics that revolutionized ancient Greek warfare.
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Many historians regard the battle of Leuctra as a defining moment in the struggle between Thebes and Sparta.
Synonyms
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A place in ancient Greece where Thebes defeated Sparta in 371 BC
Surface Forms
Morphology
This is a compositional place-name construction: 'battle' + 'of' + a toponym straightforwardly denotes an armed engagement at Leuctra. A B1 learner who knows 'battle' and recognizes 'Leuctra' as a place (or understands the of‑phrase as locating events) can infer it refers to a battle at that location; detailed historical outcome (who won) is extra background but does not affect the core transparent meaning.
Etymology
Battle of Leuctra is named for the village Leuctra in Greece where, in 371 BC, Thebes beat Sparta. A Theban leader used a new, very strong attack so a smaller army defeated the famous Spartans, and that's why the battle of Leuctra is remembered as a 'turning point' that ended Sparta's power.