# Seleucid

> English word · Adjective · IPA /səˈluːsɪd/ · frequency rank #95,392

## Definitions
1. Relating to the Greek-Macedonian dynasty which ruled (312–63 BCE) an empire created by Seleucus out of the eastern conquests of Alexander the Great.

## Etymology
From Latin Seleucides, from Ancient Greek Σελευκίδης (Seleukídēs), named after Seleucus I Nicator. Equivalent to Seleucus + -id.

## Source
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