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isthmian

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isth·mi·an  (sm-n)
adj.
1. Of, relating to, or forming an isthmus.
2. Of or relating to the Isthmus of Corinth, especially with regard to the biennial Pan-Hellenic games held there in antiquity.
isthmian [ˈɪsθmɪən]
adj
(Earth Sciences / Physical Geography) relating to or situated in an isthmus
Isthmian [ˈɪsθmɪən]
adj
(Placename) relating to or situated in the Isthmus of Corinth or the Isthmus of Panama
isthmian
a person who is a native or inhabitant of an isthmus. — isthmian, adj.
See also: Anthropology
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Adj.1.isthmian - of or relating to or forming an isthmus


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