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English
Pronunciation
Etymology 1
From Latin Minyes (from Ancient Greek Μινύες (Minúes)) + -an.
Noun
Minyan (plural Minyans)
- (Greek mythology) A member of a race said to be autochthonous to the Aegean area.
Adjective
Minyan (not comparable)
- Pertaining to the Minyans.
Etymology 2
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Proper noun
Minyan
- A surname from ?
Derived terms