有史以来

since the dawn of history

Meaning

  1. nadv
    since the dawn of history

Example sentences

  • It is true that Aristotle distinguishes the tyrant from the king by the fact that the former governs in his own interest, and the latter only for the good of his subjects; but it would follow from Aristotle's distinction that, from the very beginning of the world, there has not yet been a single king.