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Lycian

Lycian

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Relating to the ancient region of Lycia in southwestern Turkey
  • adjective
  • /ˈlaɪsiən/
: licio
  • As we hiked along the Lycian Way, we admired the stunning scenery of the ancient Lycia region.

Examples

  • The exhibition featured Lycian jewelry and pottery from archaeological sites.

  • She studied Lycian inscriptions to learn more about the ancient language.

  • The Lycian tombs carved into the cliffs are a popular tourist attraction.

  • The Lycian coast is famous for its stunning beaches.

  • Many Lycian ruins can be found in the region.

  • The museum showcased a variety of artifacts from the Lycian culture, shedding light on their unique way of life.

  • Lycian rock tombs in southwestern Turkey attract many tourists eager to learn about this ancient civilization.

Compounds

Lycian language
  • Specialized
9.9

An old language spoken long ago in southwest Turkey by the ancient Lycians that no longer exists

Surface Forms

Lycian positive

Morphology

Lycian = Lycia (transparent) = Lycia + an

Adjectival formation from the place name 'Lycia' with the regular suffix '-an' meaning 'relating to Lycia'; the morphological relation is straightforward.

Etymology

Lycian comes from the place name Lycia, an ancient region on the southwest coast of what is now Turkey, so Lycian means 'from Lycia' and describes people, their language, or things from that region.