Thule
What is another word for Thule? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A name given by ancient geographers to a mythical or semi-legendary land in the far north, and later the name of a settlement in Greenland.
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Etymology
From Classical Latin Thūlē, Thȳlē, from Ancient Greek Θούλη (Thoúlē), Θῡ́λη (Thū́lē), of unknown origin, cognate with Middle English Tīle, Tȳle, from Old English Thȳle, Thīla, Thīle (variants of Þȳle) and Medieval Latin Tīle.
Full origin of Thule →Frequently asked questions
What does “Thule” mean?
The word “Thule” means a name given by ancient geographers to a mythical or semi-legendary land in the far north, and later the name of a settlement in Greenland.
How do you pronounce “Thule”?
“Thule” is pronounced THYOO-lee (/ˈtuːliː/ in IPA).
How do you use “Thule” in a sentence?
Here is “Thule” used in a sentence: “Ancient sailors described Thule as the edge of the known world.”
What part of speech is “Thule”?
“Thule” is a name.
Related words
ultima Thule
