Abyssinians
|Ab-ys-sin-i-ans|
/ˌæbɪˈsɪniənz/
(Abyssinian)
Ethiopian origin
Etymology
'Abyssinian' originates from the Latin word 'Abyssinia,' which referred to the ancient kingdom in the Horn of Africa, now known as Ethiopia.
'Abyssinia' was used in medieval times to describe the region, and it eventually became the modern English term 'Abyssinian' to describe both the people and the cat breed.
Initially, it referred to the people of Abyssinia, but over time it also came to describe a breed of cat.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
abyssinians are people from Abyssinia, the historical name for Ethiopia.
The Abyssinians have a rich cultural heritage.
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Noun 2
abyssinian is a breed of domestic cat known for its distinctive ticked coat.
The Abyssinian cat is known for its playful nature.
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Last updated: 2025/04/02 12:06