hellene
/ˈhɛlin/
noun
- A person from Greece; a Greek.
- The ancient Hellenes built the Parthenon in Athens.
- Many Hellenes celebrate Greek Independence Day with parades.
- My neighbor is a Hellene who moved here from Thessaloniki.
- A person who admires or studies ancient Greek culture, language, or history.
- The club is for modern Hellenes who love Greek philosophy.
- As a Hellene, she spends her summers visiting archaeological sites.
- He calls himself a Hellene because he teaches ancient Greek literature.
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