Graecicization

Quick meaning: Graecicization is a noun meaning The translation of a word or name into the Greek language, or the rendering of it in a Greek form.

Meaning

The translation of a word or name into the Greek language, or the rendering of it in a Greek form.

More Meanings

1. A precise transliteration of a Greek word or name that is commonly Latinized or anglicized.
2. The application of the qualities of Greek to another language.
3. The assimilation or acquisition of qualities characteristic of Greek culture, language, or tradition.

Example Sentences

But the name is a graecicization of an older form of unknown origin (there is also a Céreste in the Alps).

The form ᾿Ιερἀ Πἑτρα shows a further Graecicization whereby the meaningless Πὐτνα has been replaced by Πἑτρα.

On the other hand, it is more likely that -του reflects an attempt at graecicization by a scribe whose knowledge of Greek and Greek orthography, as the inscription amply demonstrates, was none too secure.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include greek, gallicization, gracialisation, greisenization, graviera, gallicisation.

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