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altaian

|al-tai-an|

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/ælˈtaɪən/

Altai people or region

Etymology
Etymology Information

'altaian' originates from the name 'Altai,' referring to the Altai Mountains and region.

Historical Evolution

The term 'altaian' was derived from the name 'Altai,' which refers to the mountainous region in Central Asia.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the people of the Altai region, and this meaning has remained consistent.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a member of a Turkic ethnic group native to the Altai Republic and Altai Krai in Russia.

The Altaians have a rich cultural heritage.

Synonyms

Adjective 1

relating to the Altai people or their language.

Altaian traditions are celebrated annually.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/07/04 04:21