Theban
/ (ˈθiːbən) /
of or relating to the ancient Greek city of Thebes or its inhabitants
of or relating to the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes or its inhabitants
a native or inhabitant of Thebes
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How to use Theban in a sentence
Cleopatra's coffin, head of the Theban ram, and other Egyptian curiosities, arrived in England.
The Every Day Book of History and Chronology | Joel MunsellHe saw the Theban Hills rolling their dark, menacing wave along the far horizon.
The Wave | Algernon BlackwoodAlthough a Theban, he was held in the highest estimation by the Athenians, and was courted by kings and princes.
Beacon Lights of History, Volume I | John LordTo complete his impiety, the Theban king sent his servants to bring the god in chains before him.
The Mysteries of All Nations | James GrantThis narrowed the fight right down to a hot county canvass between the Theban and Cairoine interests.
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