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dromos

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • Received-Pronunciation: /ˈdɹɒˌmɒs/
  • General-American: /ˈdɹɑˌmɑs/

1

noun

Meaning 1

An avenue, especially in Ancient Greece.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: historical

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noun

Meaning 2

A walkway to a building, (especially) a ceremonial walkway to a temple or tomb in Ancient Greece or Egypt.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: historical

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3

noun

Meaning 3

A racecourse, especially in Ancient Greece.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: historical

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History

Etymology

From Ancient Greek δρόμος (drómos, “running; racetrack”).