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crete

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈkɹit// crete Archaic

n. the largest island in Greece, located in the Mediterranean Sea. It is famous for its ancient history, beautiful beaches, and mountains.

n. the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, situated in the southern part of the Aegean Sea. A specific geographical and administrative region of Greece.


SIMPLE

We are planning a summer holiday to Crete.

CONTEXTUAL

Archaeologists travel to Crete every year to study the ruins of the ancient Minoan civilization at Knossos.

COMPLEX

As the center of the Minoan civilization, Crete represents one of the earliest cradles of European culture, blending a rich archaeological heritage with a distinct modern Mediterranean identity.

Origin

From Ancient Greek Κρήτη (Krḗtē).

Usage

Proper noun; typically used without an article unless referring to a specific historical period or aspect.

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