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A small island off Alexandria where the Lighthouse of Alexandria was located.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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The Lighthouse of Alexandria, located on the island Pharos
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An ancient lighthouse or beacon to guide sailors.
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Usage: historical
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That which stands out; a shining light.
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Usage: figuratively
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a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: beacon, lighthouse, beacon light
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Broader terms: tower
Narrower terms: Tower of Pharos
History
Derived from Ancient Greek Φάρος (Pháros) via Latin Pharos. Doublet of Hvar.
From Ancient Greek Φάρος (Pháros).
Across languages
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