Hellenist: Meaning and Definition of

Hel•len•ist

Pronunciation: (hel'u-nist), [key]
— n.
  1. a person, esp. in ancient times, adopting Greek speech, ideas, or customs.
  2. a person who admires or studies Greek civilization.
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