Meaning of Olmec in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions
  3. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɑlmɛk/

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  1. Noun

    Olmec

    Etymology

    from Nahuatl Olmecatl, (plural) Olmeca, literally ‘inhabitants of the rubber country’

    Definitions

    1. a member of an early Mesoamerican civilization contered around Veracruz that flourished between 1300 and 400 BC

  2. Qualitative Adjective

    Olmec

    Definitions

    1. of or relating to the Olmec of Mexico

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