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athelstan

 

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Noun athelstan has 1 sense
  1. Athelstan - the first Saxon ruler who extended his kingdom to include nearly all of England (895-939)
    --1 is a kind of
    king, male monarch; Saxon

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Athelstan

Definition:

Athelstan is a name of Old English origin. It can be used as a noun referring to an Anglo-Saxon king, or as a proper noun for a given name. It is derived from the elements "athel" meaning "noble" and "stan" meaning "stone".

Sample Sentences:

  • As an influential king, Athelstan played a crucial role in the unification of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms.
  • Athelstan is a popular name amongst families honoring their Anglo-Saxon heritage.
  • She named her newborn son Athelstan in honor of the ancient ruler.

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