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Definitions from the WebProto-Indo-EuropeanDescription: Proto-Indo-European (PIE) is a hypothetical ancestral language that is believed to have been spoken by the Indo-European peoples thousands of years ago. It serves as the common ancestor of many modern-day languages spoken across Europe, Asia, and parts of the Middle East. Senses:Sense 1 (Linguistics):A language hypothesized to have been spoken by the Indo-European peoples, serving as the parent language of numerous modern-day languages. Example Sentence: Linguists study the grammar and phonology of Proto-Indo-European in order to understand the historical development of various languages. Sense 2 (History):A term used to refer to the community or peoples who spoke the Proto-Indo-European language. Example Sentence: The migration of the Proto-Indo-Europeans across Eurasia had a significant impact on the linguistic and cultural landscape of the regions they settled. Sense 3 (Anthropology):The proto-Indo-European culture, including their social structures, religious beliefs, and artifacts. Example Sentence: Archaeologists have discovered pottery fragments that provide insights into the daily life and material culture of the Proto-Indo-Europeans. Related Products: | ||||
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