Egyptian ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Egyptian ( adjective )

1. Of or relating to Egypt, its people, culture or language.
2. Characteristic or typical of ancient or modern Egypt.

Origin:

From latin aegyptius, from greek aigyptios, from ancient egyptian hwt-ka-ptahi (hatshepsut's land).

Examples:

1. The Sphinx is one of the most famous Egyptian landmarks.
2. The Egyptian pyramids are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
3. Egyptian hieroglyphics are a system of writing using pictures and symbols.
4. Cleopatra was the last Pharaoh of Ancient Egyptian dynasty.
5. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo houses the largest collection of pharaonic antiquities in the world.

(As a noun)

Egyptian ( noun )

1. Of or relating to Egypt, its people, culture or language.
2. Characteristic or typical of ancient or modern Egypt.

Origin:

From latin aegyptius, from greek aigyptios, from ancient egyptian hwt-ka-ptahi (hatshepsut's land).

Examples:

1. The Sphinx is one of the most famous Egyptian landmarks.
2. The Egyptian pyramids are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
3. Egyptian hieroglyphics are a system of writing using pictures and symbols.
4. Cleopatra was the last Pharaoh of Ancient Egyptian dynasty.
5. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo houses the largest collection of pharaonic antiquities in the world.