isthmian

isthmian Definition

isth·mian (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

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

noun

a person born or living on an isthmus

isthmian Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

canal: The catalysts of that drastic mutation were the necessary protection of the projected isthmian canal and Germany's aggressiveness in the Caribbean.

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