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ancient history


ancient history

noun

Definition of ANCIENT HISTORY

1
: the history of ancient times
2
: knowledge or information that is widespread and has lost its initial freshness or importance : common knowledge

First Known Use of ANCIENT HISTORY

1555

Rhymes with ANCIENT HISTORY

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