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Memphian

[ mem-fee-uhn ]
/ ˈmɛm fi ən /
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noun
a native or inhabitant of the ancient Egyptian city of Memphis.
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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