cretan
adjectiveUK /ˈkriːtən/
US /ˈkriːtən/
Something from the island of Crete in Greece.
We ate Cretan olives and bread by the sea.
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2. A person who comes from Crete.
The old Cretan told us stories about the mountains.
3. Relating to the ancient Minoan culture of Crete.
The museum showed Cretan pottery from long ago.
4. A type of dance or music from Crete.
They danced a lively Cretan tune at the party.