Syriac

Short definition from Wiktionary

Proper noun

1. 1
   An Aramaic language, part of the Semitic language family, specifically: The language of the kingdom of Osroene.
2. 2
   An Aramaic language, part of the Semitic language family, specifically: The liturgical language of various churches with roots in the Middle East.

Noun

1. 1
   A speaker of the Syriac language (see above).
2. 2
   A member of any of the Syriac churches, but especially the Syriac Orthodox Church and Syriac Catholic Church.

Adjective

1. 1
   Of, pertaining to, or being the Syriac language, its speakers, or their culture.