Egyptian

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adjective

Egyp·​tian i-ˈjip-shən How to pronounce Egyptian (audio)
: of, relating to, or characteristic of Egypt or the Egyptians

Egyptian

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noun

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: a native or inhabitant of Egypt
2
: the Afro-Asiatic language of the ancient Egyptians from earliest times to about the third century a.d.
3
often not capitalized : a typeface having little contrast between thick and thin strokes and squared serifs

Examples of Egyptian in a Sentence

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Adjective
My English and Egyptian roots taught me deep respect for diverse perspectives and my PhD in politics enhanced my belief and conviction that open, balanced and constructive conversations are vital to any hopes of progress and peace. Adam Crafton, New York Times, 22 Apr. 2025 The semi-autobiographical story of Egyptian American comedian, actor and director Youssef is at the center of this period comedy where Michael Jordan, music piracy and Britney Spears still dominate the news. Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
Led by internationally savvy Mohamed Mansour, who has Egyptian and United Kingdom citizenship, and the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, SDFC’s investors paid a record-breaking $500 million expansion fee to create MLS’ 30th franchise. Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025 The Egyptian is the only player in the squad who makes the kind of runs in behind that Haaland does and, on paper, has a decent scoring record, with five from his 11 City appearances in all competitions, including the winner on Sunday. Sam Lee, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for Egyptian

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Egyptian was in the 14th century

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“Egyptian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Egyptian. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

Egyptian

noun
Egyp·​tian
i-ˈjip-shən
1
: a person born or living in Egypt
2
: the language spoken by the ancient Egyptians
Egyptian adjective
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