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Some Ancient Writings Crossword Clue
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PAPYRI which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PAPYRI
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "PAPYRI" which means:
- noun
- • Paper made from the papyrus plant by cutting it in strips and pressing it flat; used by ancient egyptians and greeks and romans
- • Tall sedge of the nile valley yielding fiber that served many purposes in historic times
- • A document written on papyrus
An example sentence would be:
- • "The museum houses a collection of ancient papyri."
- • "Scholars study papyri to gain insights into ancient cultures."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times07 May 2017 | Across 43 | |
| New York Times17 Nov 1998 | Across 23 | |
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