greek

[ɡriːk]

greek Definition

  • 1relating to Greece, its people, or their language
  • 2a native or inhabitant of Greece

Using greek: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "greek" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I love Greek food, especially gyros and souvlaki.

  • Example

    She is a Greek citizen.

  • Example

    The ancient Greeks were known for their philosophy and art.

greek Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for greek

  • Hellenic
  • Grecian
  • Greek-speaking person

Phrases with greek

  • something that is difficult to understand or comprehend

    Example

    The instructions were all in technical jargon, and it was all Greek to me.

  • a type of incendiary weapon used by the Byzantine Empire in naval warfare

    Example

    The Byzantine navy used Greek fire to repel Arab attacks on Constantinople.

  • a group of performers in ancient Greek drama who commented on the action of the play

    Example

    The Greek chorus in 'Antigone' provided commentary on the tragic events of the play.

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Summary: greek in Brief

The term 'Greek' [ɡriːk] refers to anything related to Greece, its people, or their language. It can be used as an adjective or a noun, as in 'She is a Greek citizen.' The phrase 'Greek to me' means something that is difficult to understand, while 'Greek fire' refers to a type of incendiary weapon used by the Byzantine Empire.

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