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Associated with ancient times; renowned in history or legend; esp. (poetic) as an epithet with proper names.
Of or relating to the ancient Greek or Latin writers whose works form a canon of acknowledged excellence; of or relating to the works themselves…
In extended use: renowned for literary or historical associations. Now frequently in classic ground.