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ancient egypt vocab
Term | Definition |
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obelisk | a four-sided pillar with a top shaped like a pyramid |
hieroglyphic | a picture or symbol used to represent a word, syllable, or sound |
papyrus | a tall reed- like plant growing by the bank of the Nile river; used by Egyptians to make various things. |
sphinx | a stone structure with the head of a human and the body of a lion; built by King Khafre |
pyramid | protected the body of the pharaoh after death and allowed the "akh" , or spirit, to enjoy life's pleasures for eternity |
pharaoh | ( "means great house" ) title belonging to the ruler of ancient Egypt who was worshiped as a god |