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dionysius

 

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Noun dionysius has 1 sense
  1. Dionysius, Dionysius the Elder - the tyrant of Syracuse who fought the Carthaginians (430-367 BC)
    --1 is a kind of tyrant

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Dionysius

Description:

Dionysius is a proper noun which refers to a name associated with various historical figures, mythological characters, and religious contexts. It has been used to denote multiple individuals and entities throughout history.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun - Historical Figure

Example sentence: Dionysius the Elder was a tyrant who ruled Syracuse in the 5th century BC.

Sense 2:

Noun - Mythological Character

Example sentence: In Greek mythology, Dionysius was the god of wine, celebrations, and theater.

Sense 3:

Noun - Religious Context

Example sentence: Dionysius the Areopagite was a biblical figure mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles.

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