Achaemenid
See also: Achæmenid
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Etymology edit
From Ancient Greek Ἀχαιμενίδης (Akhaimenídēs).
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Achaemenid (not comparable)
- Relating to the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE (the Achaemenid Empire), founded by Achaemenes.
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relating to the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE
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Achaemenid (plural Achaemenids or Achaemenidae or Achaemenides)
- A member of the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE (the Achaemenid Empire).
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a member of the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE
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