Car·i·an
ˈka(a)rēən,
-er-,
-ār-
plural -s
1
: a native or inhabitant of ancient Caria, a division of southwest Asia Minor
2
: the ancient language of the Carians
1
a
: of, relating to, or characteristic of Caria
b
: of, relating to, or characteristic of the people of Caria
2
: of, relating to, or characteristic of the language of the Carians
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“Caria.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Caria. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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