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byzantine
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so detailed and complex that understanding becomes difficult
Example
The Byzantine bureaucracy of the government made it challenging for citizens to navigate and obtain permits.
The legal system's Byzantine regulations made it nearly impossible for ordinary citizens to navigate.
The Byzantine plot of the novel was difficult to follow, with numerous twists and turns.
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relating to the ancient city now called Istanbul or the Byzantine Empire, known for its historical and cultural significance
Example
The region ’s Byzantine heritage is reflected in its architecture and art.
The Byzantine influence can be seen in Eastern Orthodox traditions today.
Historians study Byzantine texts to understand medieval politics and religion.
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relating to the Eastern Orthodox Church and its traditional Greek ceremonies and rituals
Example
Byzantine worship includes chanting and the use of incense.
The Byzantine Church follows ancient Greek religious practices.
Byzantine Christians use icons in their churches to represent holy figures.
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marked by grand domes, intricate mosaics, and elaborate decorative details, often associated with the style developed in the Byzantine Empire
Example
The Byzantine cathedral was adorned with gold mosaics and marble columns.
Byzantine architecture features large central domes supported by pendentives.
The church ’s Byzantine design included colorful frescoes and detailed iconography.
Byzantine
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a person from the Eastern Roman Empire, which existed from 330 to 1453 AD
Example
The Byzantines were known for their contributions to art and religion.
The Byzantines played a key role in preserving ancient Greek and Roman knowledge.
Many Byzantines followed the Eastern Orthodox Christian faith.
