Aegean

adjective

Ae·​ge·​an i-ˈjē-ən How to pronounce Aegean (audio)
1
: of or relating to the arm of the Mediterranean Sea east of Greece
2
: of or relating to the chiefly Bronze Age civilization of the islands of the Aegean Sea and the countries adjacent to it

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The movie features Syrian extras who have faced the Aegean crossing depicted in the story. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 5 May 2025 Setting out to study how these cultures treated their Aegean environments in turn, a team of researchers sampled a series of sediment cores from the sea’s coasts and seafloor. Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 30 Jan. 2025 Ammos Greek With a terrace overlooking JBR Beach and Bluewaters Island, Ammos Greek, at Rixos Premium Dubai JBR, boasts a chic dining ambiance brimming with Aegean coastal charm. Natasha Amar, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025 Affordable honors Two local restaurants originally designated as Bib Gourmands — a title that indicates quality food at a great value — lost their designation Thursday: the Aegean restaurant Doya and Zak the Baker in Wynwood. Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2025 From the olive groves of the Aegean coast to the spice-laden kitchens of Anatolia, every dish at Meyhouse carries a story rooted in heritage and brought to life with attention to detail and care. Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025 According to Parachute, this specific cotton comes from the Aegean region in western Turkey. Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2025 Made with 100% Aegean cotton, these towels are soft, absorbent, and extra cozy. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2025 Schools will also be shut in the nearby Aegean islands of Anafi, Ios and Amorgos, authorities said Sunday. Billy Stockwell, CNN, 2 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Latin Aegaeus (borrowed from Greek Aigaîos) + -an entry 2

First Known Use

1513, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Aegean was in 1513

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“Aegean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Aegean. Accessed 20 May. 2025.

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