Associations to the word «Scythian»

Wiktionary

SCYTHIAN, noun. An inhabitant of Scythia, an ill-defined region centered in southern Russia.
SCYTHIAN, adjective. Relating to Scythia or Scythians
SCYTHIAN, proper noun. The Eastern Iranian language of Scythians
SCYTHIAN, proper noun. (indo-european studies) (in the works of Markus van Boxhorn) the Proto-Indo-European language

Dictionary definition

SCYTHIAN, noun. A member of the ancient nomadic people inhabiting Scythia.
SCYTHIAN, noun. The Iranian language spoken by the ancient Scythians.
SCYTHIAN, adjective. Of or relating to the ancient Scythians or their culture or language.

Wise words

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