Definitions

1. noun

A Greek historian and writer, especially the author of the ‘Anabasis’ (a historical account of the Persian expedition of Cyrus the Younger, 401-400 BC).

“The professor specialized in the study of Xenophon, an ancient Greek historian known for his accounts of the Persian expedition.”

2. proper noun

A person named Xenophon, especially Xenophon of Athens, the historian.

“Xenophon, a well-known historian from ancient Greece, is often studied in history classes.”

3. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of Xenophon or his works.

“The scholar wrote a book on Xenophon’s philosophy, a topic that is often overlooked.”