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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

metics

/mɛtɪks/ noun · British & US
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What does metics mean?

noun

In ancient Greece, a metic was a non-citizen resident of Athens, often a foreigner who had settled there. The term is also used more broadly to describe a person who is not a member of a particular group or community.

Example

"The metic community in ancient Athens was known for its cultural and economic contributions to the city."

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