Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sogdian
Noun
/sɒɡˈdiːən/
Definition
An ancient Iranian language spoken in Central Asia, particularly by the Sogdian people.
Examples
- The Sogdian script is considered one of the oldest writing systems used in Central Asia.
- Sogdian merchants played a vital role in the Silk Road trade network.
Meaning
Relating to the Sogdian people or their language, which was used extensively in trade along the Silk Road.
Synonyms
- None, as Sogdian refers specifically to an ethnic group and their language.
