Appian Way

American  

[ap-ee-uhn] / ˈæp i ən /

noun

1. an ancient Roman highway extending from Rome to Brundisium (now Brindisi): begun 312 b.c. by Appius Claudius Caecus. About 350 miles (565 km) long.

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Appian Way British  

/ ˈæpɪən /

noun

1. a Roman road in Italy, extending from Rome to Brindisi: begun in 312 _bc by Appius Claudius Caecus. Length: about 560 km (350 miles)

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Example Sentences

And they're nothing special, really – walk along the Via Appia Antica, or Appian Way, and you'll come face to face with the past at every step.

From National Geographic • Apr. 15, 2023

She tried to guard her private life, retreating to an isolated villa on Rome's ancient Appian Way, which was decorated with her own sculptures and paintings as well art she collected on her world travels.

From Reuters • Jan. 16, 2023

The actor, 45, narrates the first episode of “Whose Vote Counts, Explained,” a short form limited series from Vox Media in partnership with his Appian Way Productions.

From Fox News • Sep. 28, 2020

Julius Caesar fought to procure the position of temporary commissioner on the Appian Way, ancient stretches of which still stand.

From New York Times • Mar. 25, 2018

Albano cast inspired looks at Campania Felice, at the Colosseum in Capua, and at the broad garden, full of gardens, and even at the rough Appian Way, which its old name made softer.

From Titan: A Romance Vol. II (of 2) by Jean Paul