Smyrnaean

See also: Smyrnæan

English

Alternative forms

Smyrnæan, Smyrnean

Etymology

Latin Smyrnaeus + English -an

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /smɝˈniːən/

Noun

Smyrnaean (plural Smyrnaeans)

(demonym) A native or inhabitant of (ancient) Smyrna. Contrast Smyrniot.
Synonym: Smyrnian (rare)

Translations

native or inhabitant of ancient Smyrna

Adjective

Smyrnaean (not comparable)

Of or pertaining to Smyrna.
Synonyms: Smyrnian (rare), Smyrniot

Translations

of or pertaining to Smyrna

Greek:
Ancient: Σμυρναῖος (Smurnaîos)
Latin: Smyrnaeus

Further reading

James A. H. Murray [et al.], editors (1884–1928), “Smyrnæan, sb. and a.”, in A New English Dictionary on Historical Principles (Oxford English Dictionary), volumes IX, Part 1 (Si–St), London: Clarendon Press, →OCLC, page 296, column 1.

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