Definition of Crete
island of Greece in the eastern Mediterranean, the nation's largest island; capital Iráklion area 3189 square miles (8260 square kilometers), population 623,065
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Definition of Crete for English Language Learners
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: Greek island in the Mediterranean Sea
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See words that rhyme with Crete Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about Crete
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