ptolemaic dynasty

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Noun ptolemaic dynasty has 1 sense

Ptolemy, Ptolemaic dynasty - an ancient dynasty of Macedonian kings who ruled Egypt from 323 BC to 30 BC; founded by Ptolemy I and ended with Cleopatra
--₁ is a kind of dynasty
--₁ has members: Ptolemy I; Ptolemy II

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Ptolemaic Dynasty

The Ptolemaic Dynasty refers to the ruling family that governed Egypt for nearly three centuries, from 305 BC to 30 BC. The dynasty was established following the death of Alexander the Great and ended with the Roman conquest.

Sample Sentences

The Ptolemaic Dynasty played a significant role in the Hellenistic period.
Cleopatra VII, the last ruler of the Ptolemaic Dynasty, is known for her relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
During the Ptolemaic Dynasty, Egypt became a center of learning and culture.

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