1. Zapotec - Noun
2. Zapotec - Adjective
3. Zapotec - Proper noun
of or relating to the language or culture of the Zapotec people
Source: WordNetAfter the Olmecs abandoned their cities for unknown reasons, the Maya, Zapotec and Teotihuacan arose. Source: Internet
At the present time, there is some debate as to whether or not Olmec symbols, dated to 650 BC, are actually a form of writing preceding the oldest Zapotec writing dated to about 500 BC. Source: Internet
Mesoamerica * The oldest known Zapotec writing appears (approximate date). Source: Internet
Writing in lowland Mesoamerica was first put into practice by the Olmec and Zapotec civilizations in 900-400 BCE. Source: Internet