Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nilotic
Adjective
/nɪˈlɒtɪk/
Definition
Related to the Nile River or the region surrounding it.
Examples
- The Nilotic tribes of South Sudan have a rich cultural heritage.
- Researchers studied the Nilotic languages to understand their unique characteristics.
- Nilotic agriculture often relies on the seasonal flooding of the Nile.
Meaning
The term ‘nilotic’ is used to describe people, languages, or cultures that originate from the Nile River area, especially in Sudan and South Sudan.
Synonyms
- Nile-related
- Nile Valley
- Sudanese
