Libyan
adjective
of or relating to Libya or its inhabitants.
libyan
British
/ ˈlɪbɪən /
adjective
noun
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a native or inhabitant of Libya
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the extinct Hamitic language of ancient Libya
Other Word Forms
- anti-Libyan adjective
- pro-Libyan adjective
- trans-Libyan adjective
Etymology
Origin of Libyan
Example Sentences
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Gen. John Brennan oversaw joint military exercises between rival Libyan factions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
American special forces, wearing both U.S. and Libyan patches, assisted in a mock hostage rescue involving 50 Libyan fighters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
According to Italy's Civil Protection Department, the carrier is located in international waters, but within the Libyan search and rescue zone.
From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026
The crew were located and rescued by the Libyan coastguard.
From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026
Behind him the sky flamed over the mummy-shaped outline of the Libyan cliffs, gateway to the awesome Valley of the Tombs of the Kings.
From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw
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