Ptolemy II

noun

1. surnamed Philadelphus, 309?–247? b.c., king of Egypt 285–247? (son of Ptolemy I).

Ptolemy II

noun

1. Ptolemy II309 bc246 bcMEgyptianPOLITICS: hereditary ruler called Philadelphus. 309–246 bc , the son of Ptolemy I; king of Egypt (285–246). Under his rule the power, prosperity, and culture of Egypt was at its height

Example Sentences

Ptolemy II., after vainly demanding the tribute money, threatened to divide the province amongst various foreign colonists.

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