anatolian

adjective

Meaning

Relating to the region of Anatolia, which comprises the majority of modern-day Turkey, or to its ancient peoples, languages, and cultures.

Examples

  • The Anatolian plateau is known for its rugged landscape and long, harsh winters.
  • Linguists have spent decades studying the extinct Anatolian branch of the Indo-European language family.

Synonyms: Turkish, Asian, Near Eastern, Levantine