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Clovis

adjective Clo·vis \ ˈklō-vəs \

Definition of Clovis

: of or relating to a widely distributed prehistoric culture of North America characterized by leaf-shaped flint projectile points having fluted sides

Origin and Etymology of clovis

Clovis, New Mexico

Clovis

geographical name Clo·vis \ ˈklō-vəs \

Definition of Clovis

1 city in central California northeast of Fresno population 95,631
2 city in eastern New Mexico near the border with Texas population 37,775

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