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Sparta

/ˈspɑrdə/
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Other forms: Spartas

Definitions of Sparta
  1. noun
    an ancient Greek city famous for military prowess; the dominant city of the Peloponnesus prior to the 4th century BC
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    city, metropolis, urban center
    a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
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