Iberian (Noun)
Meaning 1
A native or inhabitant of Iberia in the Caucasus.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Iberian language is still spoken by the descendants of this ancient group in modern-day Georgia, Svaneti, and parts of Turkey.
- Local historians have always been particularly interested in the history of the Iberian who united the tribes and formed the ancient Kingdom of Iberia.
- Despite the many cultural influences that have been felt, the Iberian has maintained their distinct national identity throughout history.
- Ancient sources record the eventual decline of the Iberian people as a major power in the Caucasus region after many years of struggle.
- There are records of the Iberian relationship with various other tribes and civilizations during their dominance in the region.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A native or inhabitant of the Iberian Peninsula (especially in ancient times).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Iberians were the original dwellers of the peninsula's eastern and southern regions before the Romans conquered them in the 2nd century BC.
- Many Iberian tribes developed distinct forms of expressive metalwork during the pre-Roman time.
- Archaeologists now know that some Iberian tribes displayed strong social hierarchies, with wealthy ruling clans dominating agricultural communities.
- Researchers rely heavily on Greek and Roman sources for any direct information about the customs and lifestyle of the Iberians.
- Early Greek exploration played a vital role in fostering extensive relations and exchanges between peoples of the eastern Mediterranean, including those with the old Iberians of Lusitania.