HECATOMB - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a great sacrifice; an ancient Greek or Roman sacrifice of 100 oxen

Categories: Sacrifice, Ritual killing

Synonyms

Hecatomb

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "hecatomb" comes from Ancient Greek ἑκατόμβη, which was borrowed from Latin hecatombē.

🧩 Fun Fact

Many Greek words entered English through Latin translations during the Renaissance.

➡️ Words that Start with HE

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Words that End with MB ⬅️

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