Numidia

[ noo-mid-ee-uh, nyoo- ]

noun

1. an ancient country in N Africa, corresponding roughly to modern Algeria.

Numidia

/ njuːˈmɪdɪə /

noun

1. an ancient country of N Africa, corresponding roughly to present-day Algeria: flourished until its invasion by Vandals in 429; chief towns were Cirta and Hippo Regius

Other Words From

• Nu·midi·an adjective noun

Example Sentences

This war arose out of a disputed succession to the throne of Numidia.

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This city, under its old Roman name of Cirta, was one of the principal strongholds of Numidia.

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It was only eleven miles from Numidia to Ringtown, and he had already passed over part of the distance.

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They also built a fortress in Numidia, where now is the city called Tigisis.

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Guinea-fowls from Numidia, (aves Numidicae or merely Numidicae) were a favorite dish.

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