Aeolic

noun

: a group of ancient Greek dialects used by the Aeolians

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Etymology

derivative of aeolic entry 1

First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Aeolic was in 1606

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“Aeolic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Aeolic. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

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