mayan

/ˈmaɪən/
noun
  1. A member of the Maya people.
    • The Mayans were skilled astronomers who tracked the movements of Venus.
    • Many modern Mayans still practice traditional farming methods.
    • The ancient Mayans developed a sophisticated writing system.
adjective
  1. Relating to the Maya people, their culture, or their language.
    • Mayan mythology includes stories about the Hero Twins and the underworld.
    • She is an expert in Mayan art and iconography.
    • The Mayan ruins at Chichén Itzá attract millions of tourists every year.
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