Hittite (Noun)
Meaning 1
A member of an ancient people who inhabited Anatolia and northern Syria about 2000 to 1200 BC.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Hittite empire was known for its advanced knowledge of metallurgy and horse breeding.
- Excavations at the ancient city of Hattusa uncovered numerous artifacts and relics of the Hittite civilization.
- Scholars have deciphered many Hittite texts, including treaties and royal decrees, which provide valuable insights into their culture.
- The Hittite people left behind a rich legacy of mythology and literature, including the Epic of Gilgamesh.
- Archaeologists believe that the Hittite capital of Hattusa was an important center of trade and commerce in the ancient Near East.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
The language of the Hittites and the principal language of the Anatolian group of languages; deciphered from cuneiform inscriptions.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.