ossetic

/ɔsˈsɛtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Ossetes, a people of the Caucasus, or their language, Ossetian.

“The ossetic culture has a unique blend of Persian and Russian influences.”

2. noun

the language spoken by the Ossetes.

“Ossetic is an Iranian language spoken in the Caucasus.”

3. noun

a person of Ossetian descent or nationality.

“Many ossetics live in the region of North Ossetia-Alania.”

Synonyms

  • ossetian