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Atlantis Definition & Meaning

atlantis
noun
  1. according to legend, an island in the Atlantic Ocean that Plato said was swallowed by an earthquake

"Atlantis" in song lyrics

See how atlantis is used in real songs:

  • "Run frantic or get swallowed up like Atlantis"
    The 49ers — Fort Knocks
  • "Planes to Atlantis"
    4th Pyramid — War With Orcs
  • "And it's a cold canvas lodged in the gut of Atlantis"
    Aesop Rock — Float

Usage tips for "atlantis"

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Frequently asked questions

What does atlantis mean?
according to legend, an island in the Atlantic Ocean that Plato said was swallowed by an earthquake
What part of speech is atlantis?
Atlantis is a noun.

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