English Explanatory Dictionary

Paphian

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of, from or relating to Paphos, the mythical birthplace of the goddess of love on the island of Cyprus.
  2. Pertaining to love or sexual desire, especially when illicit.
noun
  1. A native or inhabitant of Paphos.
  2. A prostitute.

Pronunciation

/ˈpeɪfɪən/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-Paphian.wav

Word forms

Paphian Paphians

Etymology

From Latin Paphius [from Ancient Greek Πάφιος (Páphios), from Πάφος (Páphos, “Paphos”) + -ιος (-ios)] + English -an.

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