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linear a

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Linear A

 
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–noun
an ancient system of writing, not yet deciphered, inscribed on clay tablets, pottery, and other objects found at Minoan sites on Crete and other Greek islands.
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Origin:
1905–10
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Lin·e·ar A   (lĭn'ē-ər)   
n.  An undeciphered writing system used in Crete from the 18th to the 15th century B.C.
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