Abkhasian
|Ab-kha-sian|
/æbˈkɑːziən/
Ethnic group or region in the Caucasus
Etymology
'Abkhasian' originates from the name of the region 'Abkhazia,' which is derived from the native term 'Apsny,' meaning 'land of the soul.'
'Abkhazia' was referred to as 'Abasgia' in ancient Greek texts, evolving into the modern term 'Abkhazia.'
Initially, it referred to the region and its people, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member of the ethnic group native to Abkhazia, a region in the South Caucasus.
The Abkhasians have a rich cultural heritage.
Adjective 1
relating to Abkhazia or its people, language, or culture.
The Abkhasian language is part of the Northwest Caucasian language family.
Last updated: 2025/04/02 23:06