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antebellum

/ˌæn.tiˈbɛl.əm/
an · te · bel · lum
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• adjective

1

Occurring or existing before a particular war, especially the American Civil War.

Example

"The historic district is famous for its preserved antebellum architecture and oak-lined streets."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-19th century from the Latin phrase ante bellum, meaning 'before the war,' combining ante ('before') and bellum ('war').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Antebellum. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/antebellum
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