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Milesian

(mī-lēˈzhən, -shən)

adjective

Of or relating to Miletus or its inhabitants.

noun

A native or inhabitant of Miletus.

Origin:

Origin: From Latin Mīlēsius

Origin: , from Greek Mīlēsios

Origin: , from Mīlētos, Miletus

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noun

Mythology A member of a people who invaded Ireland and became the ancestors of the Irish.
A native or inhabitant of Ireland.

adjective

Of or relating to Ireland; Irish.

Origin:

Origin: After Milesius, legendary ancestor of the Irish people

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