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livy

/ˈlɪv.i/

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noun

/ˈlɪv.i/B1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к римскому историку, известному своей обширной историей Рима, охватывающей период от основания города до ранней империи.

A proper noun referring to a Roman historian known for his extensive history of Rome, covering its founding to the early empire.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C1formal

    A famous Roman historian who wrote a comprehensive history of Rome, originally in 142 volumes, of which only 35 survive. His work includes early accounts of the war with Hannibal.

    ruРимский историк

    • Livy's history provides valuable insight into early Roman society.
    • Scholars often cite Livy when discussing the Punic Wars.
    • The surviving volumes of Livy's work are studied in universities worldwide.
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