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1Egyptian
adjective Egyp·tian \i-ˈjip-shən\
Definition of EGYPTIAN
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First Known Use of EGYPTIAN
14th century
Rhymes with EGYPTIAN
2Egyptian
noun
: a person born or living in Egypt
: the language spoken by ancient Egyptians
Full Definition of EGYPTIAN
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: a native or inhabitant of Egypt
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often not capitalized : a typeface having little contrast between thick and thin strokes and squared serifs
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First Known Use of EGYPTIAN
14th century
EGYPTIAN Defined for Kids
1Egyptian
adjective Egyp·tian \i-ˈjip-shən\
Definition of EGYPTIAN for Kids
: of or relating to Egypt or the Egyptians
2Egyptian
noun
Definition of EGYPTIAN for Kids
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: a person who is born or lives in Egypt
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: the language of the ancient Egyptians
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