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Vocabulary Entry
coptic
|adjective • noun • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to the Copts, an Egyptian Christian group, or their language.
Example Sentences
"The Coptic community has a rich history in Egypt."
"He is studying Coptic art and its significance in ancient culture."
"Coptic rituals are an important part of their religious practices."
N
noun
A member of the Coptic Orthodox Church, particularly those who are Egyptian Christians.
Example Sentences
"The Copts are known for their unique religious traditions."
"As a Copt, she celebrates Christmas on January 7th."
"Many Copts have emigrated to other countries for better opportunities."
N
noun
The ancient Egyptian language that developed from the earlier Egyptian languages and is written using the Greek alphabet.
Example Sentences
"Coptic is one of the last stages of the ancient Egyptian language."
"Some scholars specialize in translating Coptic texts."
"The Coptic language is primarily used in Christian liturgy today."