What is the meaning of the word "sabine"?
Definitions:
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A member of an ancient Oscan-speaking people of the central Apennines north of Rome who were conquered and assimilated into the Roman state in 290 B.C. NOUN
- The Sabine women were central figures in one of Rome's foundational myths, symbolizing the union of different cultures.
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A river in eastern Texas that flows south into the Gulf of Mexico. NOUN
- The Sabine river is a vital water source and supports various industries along its course.
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A river in the southern United States that forms part of the border between Texas and Louisiana; an important waterway for both states. NOUN
- The Sabine River meanders through the rugged terrain of Texas.
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An ancient Italic tribe in central Italy, known for their interactions and conflicts with the early Romans. NOUN
- The Sabine tribe lived in what is now Central Italy before the Roman conquest.
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Of or pertaining to the ancient Sabines, a people of Italy. ADJECTIVE
- The legend of the "Rape of the Sabine Women", describes the abduction of Sabine women by Roman men to populate the newly founded city of Rome.
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Used as a feminine given name, which is particularly popular in French and German-speaking countries. NOUN
- Sabine is a common name for female characters in literature.