deme
Definitions
- A township or other subdivision of ancient Attica.
- A distinct local population of plants or animals.
Examples
“If two persons bore the same name⟳[…] ambiguity was avoided […] by indicating their place⟳ of origin, the name⟳ of the tribe or deme being added for persons of the same town […], and the name⟳ of the country or town for foreigners […].”
“They increased the authority of the Assembly and divided Attica into numerous small wardlike districts, the demes.”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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