constantine

/kɒnstəntiːn/

Definitions

1. proper noun

a male given name, especially among Eastern Orthodox Christians, derived from Constantine, the Roman Emperor who converted to Christianity in the 4th century

“The Pope was hosting a ceremony to celebrate Saint Constantine, the patron saint of the city.”

2. noun

a variant of Constantinople, the capital city of the Byzantine Empire from 330 to 1453

“The tourists visited the ancient ruins of Constantine, marveling at its rich history.”

3. noun

a variant of Constantinople, the largest city in the Ottoman Empire from 1453 to 1922

“The traders in Constantine sold exotic spices and textiles to travelers from across the world.”

Synonyms

  • Byzantium
  • Constantinople

Antonyms

  • Baghdad
  • Damascus