Molossian

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noun

Mo·​los·​si·​an
məˈläsh(ē)ən,
-äsēən,
-äsyən
plural -s
1
: a native or inhabitant of Molossis, a district of ancient Epirus famous for its dogs
2
: a large dog of ancient times resembling a mastiff

Molossian

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adjective

"
: of, relating to, or characteristic of the ancient district of Molossis or Molossians

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Molossis, district in northwestern Greece + English -an

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“Molossian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Molossian. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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