Patrai
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A port city in western Greece: Patrai (also commonly spelled Patras) is a city located in the northwestern part of the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece. It lies on an inlet of the Ionian Sea.
- A historical trade center: The city was a major commercial hub from the 5th century BC to the 3rd century BC. Its commercial significance was revived during the Middle Ages.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- We took a ferry from Italy to the Greek port of Patrai.
- The historical importance of Patrai as a trade center is well-documented.
Advanced Usage
- Used in historical or geographical contexts: The term "Patrai" is primarily used when discussing the city's ancient or medieval history, or its specific geographical location.
- The ancient agora of Patrai has been the subject of recent archaeological studies.
Variants and Related Words
- Patras: The more common modern English spelling and transliteration of the city's name (Πάτρα in Greek).
- Patras is the third-largest city in Greece.
Synonyms
- Port of Patras: A synonym emphasizing its function as a harbor.
- Patras, Greece: The full modern name of the city.
Noun
- a port city in western Greece in the northwestern Peloponnese on an inlet of the Ionian Sea; was a major trade center from the 5th century BC to the 3rd century BC; commercial importance revived during the Middle Ages