Memphian

[ mem-fee-uh n ]
/ ˈmɛm fi ən /

noun

a native or inhabitant of the ancient Egyptian city of Memphis.
Egyptian(def 3).
a native or resident of Memphis, Tennessee.

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Origin of Memphian

First recorded in 1585–95; Memphi(s) + -an
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British Dictionary definitions for memphian

Memphian
/ (ˈmɛmfɪən) /

adjective

of or relating to ancient Memphis or its inhabitants

noun

an inhabitant or native of ancient Memphis
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