PHYLE

phyle

(noun) a tribe of ancient Athenians

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

phyle (plural phyles or phylae)

(historical) A local division of the people in ancient Athens; a clan; a tribe.

(historical) A subdivision of the priestly caste in ancient Egypt; headed by a phylarch.

Source: Wiktionary


Phy"le, n.; pl. Phylæ. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr.

Definition: A local division of the people in ancient Athens; a clan; a tribe.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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