lyrid

/ˈlaɪrɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of an ancient tribe that flourished in northern India and Pakistan, known for their distinctive pottery and metalwork.

“The archaeologists discovered a collection of ancient lyrid pottery and artifacts.”

2. noun

A meteor shower that occurs when the Earth passes through the trail of debris left behind by the Lyrid meteoroid stream.

“The annual lyrid meteor shower is a popular event for stargazers and astronomers.”

Synonyms

  • ancient inhabitant
  • tribe member

Antonyms

  • modern resident
  • urban dweller