Argolian

/ɑːrˈɡoʊliən/ adjective

Definition

Of or relating to Argolis, the region of ancient Greece around Argos, or its inhabitants.

Etymology

From Argolis (the Greek region) plus the suffix '-an.' Argolis was famous as the home of Mycenaean civilization and several legendary Greek heroes.

Kelly Says

Argolian connects to some of the earliest Greek civilization—Mycenae is in this region, and the famous Lion Gate stands as one of archaeology's most incredible discoveries from this ancient landscape!

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