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Harappan

[ huh-rap-uhn ]
/ həˈræp ən /

adjective

of or relating to Harappa, especially the Bronze Age culture of the Indus valley civilization.

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Origin of Harappan

Harapp(a) + -an

Words nearby Harappan

harambee, haramzada, haramzadi, harangue, Harappa, Harappan, Harar, Harare, harass, harassment, Harbin
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British Dictionary definitions for Harappan

Harappan
/ (həˈræpən) /

adjective

of or relating to Harappa (an ancient city in the Punjab) or its inhabitants

noun

a native or inhabitant of Harappa
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