egypt meaning and definition

EGYPT noun

Definition of Egypt (noun)

1. a republic in northeastern Africa known as the United Arab Republic until 1971; site of an ancient civilization that flourished from 2600 to 30 BC
   • synonyms: Arab Republic of Egypt, United Arab Republic
2. an ancient empire to the west of Israel; centered on the Nile River and ruled by a Pharaoh; figured in many events described in the Old Testament
   • synonyms: Egyptian Empire