Macedon

Macedonia

/ (ˈmæsɪˌdɒn) /

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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

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Words nearby Macedon

MacDowell, mace, macebearer, Maced., macédoine, Macedon, Macedonia, Macedonian, Maceió, macer, maceral

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Example sentences from the Web for Macedon

Demosthenes was between twenty-five and thirty when Philip of Macedon began his astonishing career of conquest.
Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 3 of 8|Various
It was so named from Philip, king' of Macedon, who repaired and enlarged it; but its more ancient name was Dathos.
Female Scripture Biographies, Vol. II|Francis Augustus Cox
Archelaus, king of Macedon, made use of Zeuxiss pencil for the embellishment of his palace.
The Book of Curiosities|I. Platts
He was compelled to take refuge with Philip of Macedon, while the young king became the ally or subject of the Republic.
History of Julius Caesar Vol. 1 of 2|Napoleon III, Emperor of the French, 1808-1873.

The city referred to was in Phrygia, and the coin appears to have been struck by Philip of Macedon.
Ancient Pagan and Modern Christian Symbolism|Thomas Inman

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