Ramses

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Definition

Proper noun 1. A royal name: "Ramses" refers to any of twelve kings who ruled ancient Egypt during the 19th and 20th dynasties, between approximately 1315 and 1090 BC. It is a dynastic name borne by multiple pharaohs.

Usage

"Ramses" is used as a proper noun to specifically identify these historical Egyptian rulers. It is typically followed by a numeral (e.g., Ramses II) to distinguish between individual kings. * The great temple at Abu Simbel was built by Ramses II. * Historians study the military campaigns of Ramses III.

Advanced Usage
  • The Ramesside period: This term refers to the historical era when Egypt was ruled by pharaohs named Ramses, known for its monumental architecture and imperial power.
    • The Ramesside period marked the last great era of the Egyptian Empire.
Variants and Related Words
  • Rameses: An alternative spelling for the same royal name.
    • The biblical Exodus is sometimes associated with Rameses II.
Synonyms
  • Pharaoh: A general title for an ancient Egyptian king. (Note: "Pharaoh" is a title, while "Ramses" is a specific name held by multiple individuals with that title.)
Notes on Meaning

The word "Ramses" refers exclusively to these specific historical figures. It does not have a common meaning outside of this historical and archaeological context. The most famous of these kings is Ramses II, also known as Ramses the Great.

Noun
  1. any of 12 kings of ancient Egypt between 1315 and 1090 BC

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