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    BATTLE OF MARATHON

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     I. (noun) 

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    Meaning:

    A battle in 490 BC in which the Athenians and their allies defeated the Persiansplay

    Synonyms:

    battle of Marathon; Marathon

    Classified under:

    Nouns denoting acts or actions

    Instance hypernyms:

    pitched battle (a fierce battle fought in close combat between troops in predetermined positions at a chosen time and place)

    Domain region:

    Ellas; Greece; Hellenic Republic (a republic in southeastern Europe on the southern part of the Balkan peninsula; known for grapes and olives and olive oil)

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