Memphian

1 of 2

noun

Mem·​phi·​an

ˈmem(p)fēən

plural -s

1

: memphite

also : egyptian

2

[Memphis, Tennessee + English -an] : a native or resident of Memphis, Tennessee

Memphian

2 of 2

adjective

Mem·​phi·​an ˈmem(p)fēən 

: of or relating to Memphis, Tennessee

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Memphis, Egypt + English -an

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