Eleusinian

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adjective

El·eu·sin·i·an ˌel-yü-ˈsi-nē-ən

: of or relating to ancient Eleusis or to the religious mysteries celebrated there in worship of Demeter and Persephone

Eleusinian

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plural Eleusinians

: a native or inhabitant of Eleusis in ancient Greece

First Known Use

Adjective

1579, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1728, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of Eleusinian was in 1579

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“Eleusinian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Eleusinian. Accessed 28 May. 2023.

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