Greek
(adjective)
- Relating to Greece or its people, language, or culture.
- Written in Greek letters or characters.
- Relating to the ancient civilization of Greece.
- Relating to the Greek Orthodox Church.
- Relating to a system of fraternities and sororities in North American universities.
Origin:
Late 16th century: via latin from greek graikos, denoting the people of greece.
Examples:
- She studied ancient Greek history.
- The manuscript was written in Greek.
- The Parthenon is a famous Greek temple.
- The Greek Orthodox Church is the largest Christian church in Greece.
- Many students join Greek organizations in college.