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Olynthus

Proper noun

Meaning

Olynthus

An ancient city of Chalcidice

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

On 15 December 1939, RFA Olynthus refuelled HMS Ajax, which proved a difficult operation; the ship had to use hurricane hawsers to complete the replenishment. Source: Internet

When Amyntas sought Spartan aid against the growing threat of Olynthus, the Spartans eagerly responded. Source: Internet

On 17 December HMS Achilles was replenished from RFA Olynthus off Rouen Bank. Source: Internet

Olynthus had at first allied itself with Philip, but later shifted its allegiance to Athens. Source: Internet

The Macedonian king finally took Olynthus in 348 BC and razed the city to the ground. Source: Internet

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