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Noun bartholomeu dias has 1 sense
- Dias, Diaz, Bartholomeu Dias, Bartholomeu Diaz - Portuguese explorer who in 1488 was the first European to get round the Cape of Good Hope (thus establishing a sea route from the Atlantic to Asia) (1450-1500)
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Bartholomeu Dias
Description:
Bartholomeu Dias was a renowned Portuguese explorer who is best known for being the first European to sail around the southernmost tip of Africa, the Cape of Good Hope. He opened up a crucial sea route between Europe and Asia, leading to the widespread exploration of the Indian Ocean.
Senses:
- Noun: Bartholomeu Dias refers to the historical figure, a Portuguese explorer.
- Proper Noun: Bartholomeu Dias can also be used as the name of various landmarks, institutions, or entities named in honor of the explorer.
Usage Examples:
Noun:
- Bartholomeu Dias played a crucial role in Portugal's Age of Discovery.
- Many historians consider Bartholomeu Dias a pioneer in maritime exploration.
- The voyages of Bartholomeu Dias significantly impacted global trade routes.
Proper Noun:
- I studied at the Bartholomeu Dias Maritime School.
- We visited the Bartholomeu Dias Museum during our trip to Cape Town.
- The Bartholomeu Dias Monument stands tall as a tribute to his accomplishments.
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