Scythian

noun

Scyth·​i·​an ˈsi-thē-ən 

-ṯẖē-

1

: a member of an ancient nomadic people inhabiting Scythia

2

: the Iranian language of the Scythians

Scythian adjective

Examples of Scythian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The main stage is the place to hear a variety of bands, including fiddle-forward Celtic American band Scythian, Scottish trad-folk-rock band Skerryvore and indie-folk group Carbon Leaf, while the smaller UA stage hosts traditional pipe bands, Irish dancers and other performers. —Fritz Hahn, Washington Post, 14 Mar. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin Scytha, from Greek Skythēs

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1