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Pompei

Noun:

1. A partially buried Roman city located near Naples, Italy, which was destroyed and preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.

Example sentence: Standing in the ancient city of Pompei, you can witness the devastating power of nature's wrath frozen in time.

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Adjective:

1. Referring to or characteristic of Pompei, the ancient Roman city.

Example sentence: The Pompei architecture is known for its intricate frescoes and decorative designs.

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Verb:

1. To destroy or bury something as if by an overwhelming force.

Example sentence: The floodwaters will pompei the entire village, leaving behind a path of devastation.

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