"Eridu" meaning in English

See Eridu in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Eridu
  1. ancient Sumerian city in modern Iraq; modern Tell Abu Shahrain. Categories (topical): Sumer Categories (place): Ancient settlements, Places in Iraq

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