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Bireme
UK
/ˈbaɪ.riːm/
US
/ˈbaɪ.riːm/
Translation of "bireme" into Russian
bireme
Noun
UK
/ˈbaɪ.riːm/
US
/ˈbaɪ.riːm/
bireme
biremes pl
The ancient Greeks used a bireme for naval warfare.
Древние греки использовали бирему для морских сражений.
Definitions
bireme
Noun
UK
/ˈbaɪ.riːm/
US
/ˈbaɪ.riːm/
An ancient warship with two rows of oars on each side, used especially by the Greeks and Phoenicians.
The museum displayed a model of a bireme, showcasing its two levels of oarsmen.
bireme
Adjective
UK
/ˈbaɪ.riːm/
US
/ˈbaɪ.riːm/
Relating to or characteristic of a ship with two banks of oars.
The bireme design allowed ancient navies greater speed and maneuverability.