Minyan

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See also: minyan and minyaŋ

English

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Pronunciation

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Etymology 1

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From Latin Minyes (from Ancient Greek Μινύες (Minúes)) + -an.

Noun

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Minyan (plural Minyans)

  1. (Greek mythology) A member of a race said to be autochthonous to the Aegean area.

Adjective

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Minyan (not comparable)

  1. Pertaining to the Minyans.

Etymology 2

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(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.)

Proper noun

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Minyan

  1. A surname from ?
Derived terms
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