amphictyony

• 名词，指古希腊邻近国家或部落为保护共同宗教中心而结成的联盟或联合体。

A noun referring to an association of neighboring states or tribes in ancient Greece, originally established to defend a common religious center.

1. Ancient Greek LeagueC2formal

   A religious and political association of neighboring Greek states or tribes, originally formed to protect and manage a shared sanctuary or temple.

   近邻同盟

   • The Delphic Amphictyony was the most famous, overseeing the Temple of Apollo at Delphi.
   • Member states of the amphictyony swore oaths to protect the sacred site.
   • The amphictyony could impose fines on members who violated its rules.

   同义词confederacyconfederationleague