noun

Thrace

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Thrace (noun) means a historical region of southeastern Europe now split between Greece, Bulgaria, and Turkey. Example: “Ancient Thrace was known for its skilled horsemen and warriors.”

noun

A historical region of southeastern Europe now split between Greece, Bulgaria, and Turkey.

"Ancient Thrace was known for its skilled horsemen and warriors."

How to use Thrace

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In plain EnglishAn ancient region in southeastern Europe, now divided among modern Greece, Bulgaria, and Turkey.

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Etymology

From Latin Thracia, from Greek Thrāíkē, ultimately linked to the name of the Thracian people.

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for Thrace

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Thrace” mean?

The word “Thrace” means a historical region of southeastern Europe now split between Greece, Bulgaria, and Turkey. In plain terms, an ancient region in southeastern Europe, now divided among modern Greece, Bulgaria, and Turkey.

How do you pronounce “Thrace”?

“Thrace” is pronounced thrays (/θɹeɪs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Thrace” in a sentence?

Here is “Thrace” used in a sentence: “Ancient Thrace was known for its skilled horsemen and warriors.”

What part of speech is “Thrace”?

“Thrace” is a noun.

Where does the word “Thrace” come from?

The word “Thrace” comes from Latin. From Latin Thracia, from Greek Thrāíkē, ultimately linked to the name of the Thracian people.