lidiaban

Lidiaban is a fictional term used in speculative fiction to denote concepts within constructed worlds. It lacks a single canonical definition and appears in different works with varying meanings.

Etymology and origin: It originates in invented languages created by authors; there is no real-world linguistic lineage. Some authors attribute it to a "Lidi" linguistic group; others treat it as a purely phonetic construction.

Common meanings: In many stories, lidiaban refers to a harvest or initiation rite that centers on light and journey, typically featuring symbolic lanterns, songs, and a procession. In other stories, it names a city or territory, and in rarer cases a deity or ancestor figure.

Reception and usage: The flexible usage of the term makes it a versatile world-building element. Writers may reuse it across series, adapting its meaning to fit different cultures.

See also: List of fictional terms, world-building, constructed languages.