Mnesicles
[ nes-uh-kleez ]
/ ˈnɛs əˌkliz /
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noun
Greek architect of the 5th century b.c.
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Example sentences from the Web for Mnesicles
Behind him stands Mnesicles, the architect of the Propylæ, with a plan of that work in his hand; next him is Solon, the lawgiver.
The propylaea, or entrances to the Acropolis, were finished in five years' time, Mnesicles being the principal architect.
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