parthian
Noun · AdjectiveUS[pahr-thee-uhn]/ˈpɑrθiən/3 syllables
Synonyms:
Parthian language
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Noun (2)
Adjective (1)
- pertaining to Parthia or its people or language or culture“Parthian archeology”Relating to Parthia
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Webster's Dictionary (1913)
Par′thi·an adjective
Of or pertaining to ancient Parthia, in Asia. — noun A native of Parthia.
Parthian arrow, an arrow discharged at an enemy when retreating from him, as was the custom of the ancient Parthians; hence, a parting shot.
Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), from GCIDE 0.54