Luwian

noun

Lu·​wi·​an ˈlü-ē-ən How to pronounce Luwian (audio)
: an Anatolian language of the Indo-European language family see Indo-European Languages Table
Luwian adjective

Word History

Etymology

Luwi, an ancient people of the southern coast of Asia Minor

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Luwian was in 1924

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Cite this Entry

“Luwian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Luwian. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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