Memphian

American

[mem-fee-uhn] / ˈmɛm fi ən /

noun

a native or inhabitant of the ancient Egyptian city of Memphis.
Egyptian.
a native or resident of Memphis, Tennessee.

Memphian British

/ ˈmɛmfɪən /

adjective

of or relating to ancient Memphis or its inhabitants

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noun

an inhabitant or native of ancient Memphis

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of Memphian

First recorded in 1585–95; Memphi(s) + -an

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Memphian

James Reid, 49 and a lifelong Memphian, had been to the hotel many times before, including for annual ecumenical meetings.

From Salon ● Nov. 4, 2025

Singer’s statement aligns with an interview Sean Tuohy gave the Daily Memphian this week.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2023

But Sean Tuohy told the Daily Memphian website that he was shocked by Mr Oher's allegations.

From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2023

The Shelby County Board of Commissioners Chairman Mickell Lowery said he would announce plans on Monday for a special meeting to discuss appointing an interim representative, the Daily Memphian reported.

From Reuters ● Apr. 9, 2023

So I swung into the deep seat of the stolen saddle, and lightly touched the lotus-loving Memphian with both spurs.

From Such Is Life by Furphy, Joseph

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