ɡriːk

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to Greece or its people, language, or culture

“The Greek island of Santorini is a popular tourist destination.”

2. noun

a person of Greek descent or a native or inhabitant of Greece

“He is a Greek who has lived in the United States for many years.”

3. language

a language spoken in Greece, characterized by its own grammar and vocabulary

“Greek is an official language of the European Union.”

4. proper noun

the ancient Greeks, a civilization that flourished in Greece from around 800 BCE to 146 CE

“The ancient Greeks made significant contributions to philosophy, theater, and democracy.”