Definition

Proper noun * A historical location in ancient Greece: Mantinea refers to a specific city in the region of Arcadia, Peloponnese, known primarily as the site of several significant battles in classical Greek history.

Usage

• As a subject:
• As an object (typically with prepositions like 'at', 'of', 'near'):

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "The Mantinean": Used as a demonym (adjective or noun) to describe something or someone from Mantinea.
  • The Mantinean cavalry was renowned for its skill. (Adjective)
  • He was a Mantinean who fought for the Spartan alliance. (Noun)

Variants and Related Words

• Mantinean (adjective/noun): Of or relating to Mantinea; a citizen of Mantinea.
• Battle of Mantinea: The specific term for the military conflicts that took place there.

Synonyms

• Historical site: (General term, but lacks the specific historical and geographical reference of 'Mantinea').

Notes on Meaning

The word Mantinea has a single, specific meaning as a proper noun denoting an ancient Greek city. Its significance is almost entirely historical, derived from its role as a battleground. It is not used in modern contexts outside of historical, archaeological, or academic discussion.

Noun

1. the site of three famous battles among Greek city-states: in 418 BC and 362 BC and 207 BC