Minoan
adjectiveUK /mɪˈnəʊən/
US /mɪˈnoʊən/
Minoan means about the old people who lived on the island of Crete long ago.
The Minoan palace at Knossos had many rooms and colorful wall paintings.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person who belonged to the ancient civilization of Crete.
The Minoans were skilled sailors and traders.
3. The language or script used by the ancient people of Crete.
Scholars still cannot fully read the Minoan script called Linear A.
4. Relating to the culture, art, or time period of ancient Crete.
Minoan pottery is famous for its swirling sea designs.