Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lamuria

noun

/ləˈmʊəriə/

Definition

A hypothetical lost land that was believed to have existed in the Pacific Ocean, often associated with the concept of a sunken continent.

Examples

The concept of Lamuria intrigued many researchers fascinated by ancient history.
Stories of Lamuria often resemble those of Atlantis, filled with tales of advanced cultures.
Some theorists believe Lamuria was located in the regions we now recognize as the Pacific Islands.

Meaning

Lamuria is often described as a landmass that was said to harbor ancient civilizations and is related to various myths and speculative theories about prehistoric human origins.