English

pharaoh

ˈfer.oʊ, ˈfɛːɹəʊ, ˈfæɹoʊ, ˈfɛ(ə)ɹoʊ, ˈfɛəɹəʊ
Meaning: a ruler of ancient Egypt
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈfɛːɹəʊ, ˈfæɹoʊ, ˈfɛ(ə)ɹoʊ, ˈfɛəɹəʊ

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Example sentences

The pharaoh was considered a living god in ancient Egypt.
The pharaoh was considered a living god in ancient Egypt.
The pharaoh was buried in a massive stone pyramid.
The pharaoh was buried in a massive stone pyramid.
The pharaoh's body was laid to rest in a massive stone mausoleum.
The pharaoh's body was laid to rest in a massive stone mausoleum.

Usage Notes

Used to refer to the monarchs of ancient Egypt from the First Dynasty until the Roman annexation.

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