Pelasgian

noun

: a member of an ancient people mentioned by classical writers as early inhabitants of Greece and the eastern islands of the Mediterranean
Pelasgian adjective

Word History

Etymology

Greek pelasgios, adjective, Pelasgian, from Pelasgoi Pelasgians

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Pelasgian was in the 15th century

Dictionary Entries Near Pelasgian

Cite this Entry

“Pelasgian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Pelasgian. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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