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(is′mē ən)

adjective

of an isthmus
1. of the Isthmus of Panama
2. of the Isthmus of Corinth or the games held there in ancient times

Origin: < L isthmius (Gr isthmios < isthmos: see isthmus) + -an

noun

a person born or living on an isthmus

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adjective

Of, relating to, or forming an isthmus.
Of or relating to the Isthmus of Corinth, especially with regard to the biennial Pan-Hellenic games held there in antiquity.

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