Luwian

noun

Lu·​wi·​an ˈlü-ē-ən How to pronounce Luwian (audio)
: an Anatolian language of the Indo-European language family see Indo-European Languages Table
Luwian adjective

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Through these discoveries, researchers have also noted that Hittite scribes have compiled works in Luwian and Palaic — other Anatolian-Indo-European languages. Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 30 July 2025

Word History

Etymology

Luwi, an ancient people of the southern coast of Asia Minor

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Luwian was in 1924

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“Luwian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Luwian. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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