punic

/ˈpjuːnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the ancient Carthaginians or their language

“The punic wars were a series of conflicts between Rome and Carthage.”

2. noun

a word or expression from the Punic language

“The archaeologists discovered several punic inscriptions on the ancient monument.”

Synonyms

  • carthaginian
  • phoenician

Antonyms

  • italian
  • roman