Mysian

1 of 2

adjective

My·​si·​an ˈmishēən How to pronounce Mysian (audio)
: of or relating to Mysia or to its inhabitants

Mysian

2 of 2

noun

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plural -s
1
: a native or inhabitant of Mysia
2
: the language of the Mysian people that is probably related to Phrygian

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Mysia, ancient country in northwestern Asia Minor + English -an

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“Mysia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Mysia. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

Geographical Definition

Mysia

geographical name

My·​sia ˈmi-sh(ē-)ə How to pronounce Mysia (audio)
ancient country in northwestern Asia Minor bordering on the Propontis (the Sea of Marmara)
Mysian adjective or noun

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