Macedon

/ ˈmæsɪˌdɒn /

noun

1. a region of the S Balkans, now divided among Greece, Bulgaria, and Macedonia (Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia). As a kingdom in the ancient world it achieved prominence under Philip II (359–336 bc ) and his son Alexander the Great

Example Sentences

Demosthenes was between twenty-five and thirty when Philip of Macedon began his astonishing career of conquest.

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It was so named from Philip, king' of Macedon, who repaired and enlarged it; but its more ancient name was Dathos.

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Archelaus, king of Macedon, made use of Zeuxiss pencil for the embellishment of his palace.

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He was compelled to take refuge with Philip of Macedon, while the young king became the ally or subject of the Republic.

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The city referred to was in Phrygia, and the coin appears to have been struck by Philip of Macedon.

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