noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The eteocretes lived during the Minoan period, their culture thriving for centuries before the Mycenaean conquest.

Definition:Relating to the civilization of ancient Crete, particularly that of the New and Late Bronze Age Crete.

From Minoan

Example:The eteocretes are considered indigenous to Crete, having inhabited the island for generations before the arrival of other groups.

Definition:Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native to a land or environment.

From indigenous

Example:The eteocretes were known for their advanced civilization on Crete, which included sophisticated plumbing systems and art.

Definition:An advanced stage of social development characterized by writings, urbanized communities, complex institutions, and record-keeping.

From civilization