Definition of athenaeum Athenaeum

/æˌθʌniˈʌm/ - [athuneeum] - ath•e•nae•um

We found 9 definitions of athenaeum from 4 different sources.

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What does athenaeum mean?

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WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: athenaeums

athenaeum - a place where reading materials are available
  atheneum
athenaeum - a literary or scientific association for the promotion of learning
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • athenaeum (Noun)
    An association for the advancement of learning, particularly in the fields of science or literature.
  • athenaeum (Noun)
    A building for storing books or newspapers; a library, reading-room etc.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • athenaeum (n.)
    A temple of Athene, at Athens, in which scholars and poets were accustomed to read their works and instruct students.
  • athenaeum (n.)
    A school founded at Rome by Hadrian.
  • athenaeum (n.)
    A literary or scientific association or club.
  • athenaeum (n.)
    A building or an apartment where a library, periodicals, and newspapers are kept for use.

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