HELLENIST


Meaning of HELLENIST in English

/hel"euh nist/ , n.

1. a person, esp. in ancient times, adopting Greek speech, ideas, or customs.

2. a person who admires or studies Greek civilization.

[ 1605-15; Hellenistés. See HELLENE, -IST ]

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