Oranian
adjective
Oran·ian
\ōˈränēən\
Definition of Oranian
: of or relating to an Upper Paleolithic culture of western Algeria and Morocco typified by tiny crescent-backed blades
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Origin and Etymology of oranian
Oran, seaport and department in northwestern Algeria + English -ian
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