Parthenon

From Ancient Greek Παρθενών (Parthenṓn), from παρθενών (parthenṓn, “women's chamber”), from παρθένος (parthénos, “virgin; young woman”).

• (Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /ˈpɑːθənən/
• (US) IPA^(key): /ˈpɑːɹθənɑːn/

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Parthenon

1. An ancient temple to Athena and monument in the city of Athens. It is a symbol of Greek achievement in the arts and of Athenian democracy.

Not to be confused with the Roman Pantheon.

• Hekatompedon