ancient history

noun

1

: the history of ancient times

2

: something from the past dismissed as no longer important or relevant to the present

regarding their former dispute as ancient history

Examples of ancient history in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Egypt’s Theban necropolis holds over 400 tombs, a rich resource for archaeologists eager to learn more about that region’s ancient history. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 18 Aug. 2026

The combined success of these blockbusters — not to mention the droves of smaller-scale films doing their part — has helped vault the domestic box office back to numbers many prognosticators thought were ancient history. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Aug. 2026

Greece Known for its Mediterranean beaches and ancient history, Greece has long been a favorite of stars like Lindsay Lohan, who once ran a beach club on the island of Mykonos. — Joyann Jeffrey, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

Nestled between Europe and Asia, Georgia boasts a wealth of ancient history that melds with the most stunning landscapes, and an abundance of friendly welcomes that are not just incidental but a way of life. — Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1566, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for ancient history

• ethnohistory
• consistory
• mystery