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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Abbreviation of minimum efficiency reporting value. abbreviation, alt-of

Proper Noun

1. 1
   Synonym of Mary, a city in Turkmenistan noted for its former role on the Silk Road and similar trade routes. historical
2. 2
   A male given name, clipping of Mervyn.

Synonyms

All synonyms

alexandriaalexandria margianaantiochantiochiaantiochia margianamary

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Turkmen [Term?], from Persian مرو (Marv).

Etymology 2

Clipping of Mervyn.

Related phrases

central asiagiven namesilk road

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