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

Geographical Definition

Memphis

geographical name

Mem·​phis ˈmem(p)-fəs 

1

city on the Mississippi River in southwestern Tennessee population 646,889

Note: Memphis is the most populous city in Tennessee.

2

ancient city in northern Egypt on the Nile River south of modern Cairo

Note: Memphis was once the capital of Egypt.

Memphian

ˈmem(p)-fē-ən 

adjective or noun

Memphite

ˈmem-ˌfīt 

adjective or noun