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Nabataean

Nabataean

1 9.9
An old form of Aramaic used by the people who lived in Petra
  • noun
  • /ˌnæbəˈtiːən/
  • Specialized
: nabateo
  • The Nabataean language provides valuable insight into the culture of the Nabataean people.

Examples

  • The Nabataean language provides valuable insight into the culture of the Nabataean people.

  • The Nabataean language was used in ancient inscriptions.

  • The ancient city of Petra contains many Nabataean inscriptions carved into its stone walls.

  • Researchers are working to translate Nabataean texts found in archaeological sites across Jordan.

  • Can you read Nabataean script?

  • The ancient city of Petra contains many Nabataean inscriptions carved into its stone walls.

  • Researchers are working to translate Nabataean texts found in archaeological sites across Jordan.

Synonyms

Nabatean
vsNabataean
  • Specialized
9.9

An old language spoken and written in the Middle East

is a specific Aramaic form used mainly in inscriptions and documents

Surface Forms

Nabataean singular
Nabataeans plural

Etymology

Nabataean as a noun names the old form of Aramaic used by the Nabataeans in their stone inscriptions. So when you see Nabataean as a language, it means the speech or script used by that ancient people.