siege of Syracuse

1. (noun) the Athenian siege of Syracuse (415-413 BC) was eventually won by Syracuse
Synonyms: Syracuse
Related Words: beleaguering, besieging, military blockade, siege

2. (noun) the Roman siege of Syracuse (214-212 BC) was eventually won by the Romans who sacked the city (killing Archimedes)
Synonyms: Syracuse
Related Words: beleaguering, besieging, military blockade, siege



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