pelasgian

/pɛlˈæʒɪən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Pelasgians, an ancient Greek people.

“The Pelasgian culture had a significant influence on the development of ancient Greek society.”

2. noun

a member of the ancient Greek people, especially those who inhabited Greece before the Dorians.

“The city was founded by the Pelasgians and later became a major center of Dorian culture.”

Synonyms

  • Greek
  • Hellenic

Antonyms

  • Dorian
  • non-Greek