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Merovingian

Pronunciation: /ˌmɛrəˈvɪn(d)ʒɪən/

Definition of Merovingian

adjective

relating to the Frankish dynasty founded by Clovis and reigning in Gaul and Germany circa 500–750.

noun

a member of the Merovingian dynasty.

Origin:

from French mérovingien, from medieval Latin Merovingi 'descendants of Merovich' (Clovis' grandfather, semi-legendary 5th-century Frankish leader)