Aeolis (Noun)
Meaning
An ancient coastal region of northwestern Asia Minor (including Lesbos) where the Aeolians founded several cities around 1100 BC.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The ancient region of Aeolis was a significant cultural and economic hub in northwestern Asia Minor.
- Aeolis was inhabited by the Aeolians, who established several city-states along the coast around 1100 BC.
- The strategic location of Aeolis facilitated trade and cultural exchange between the Aeolians and other civilizations in the region.
- Archaeological excavations in Aeolis have uncovered numerous artifacts and ruins that provide valuable insights into the lives of the ancient Aeolians.
- The city of Smyrna, located in Aeolis, was an important center of commerce and culture in ancient times.