Maeonian

adjective

Mae·​o·​ni·​an

(ˈ)mē¦ōnēən

: of or relating to ancient Maeonia afterward called Lydia and reputed to be the birthplace of Homer

Word History

Etymology

Maeonia, ancient country in Asia Minor (from Latin, from Greek Maionia) + English -an

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