Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pelasgic
adjective
/pəˈlæz.dʒɪk/
Definition
Relating to the Pelasgians, an ancient people of the Aegean region.
Examples
- The pelasgic roots of the language can be traced back to ancient scripts.
- Many pelasgic tribes contributed to the cultural tapestry of ancient Greece.
Meaning
The term ‘pelasgic’ often describes something connected to the early inhabitants of the Mediterranean, especially in terms of culture and language.
Synonyms
- Pre-Greek
- Ancient Aegean
- Indigenous
