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parian

Par·i·an
P p

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [pair-ee-uh n, par-]
    • /ˈpɛər i ən, ˈpær-/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [pair-ee-uh n, par-]
    • /ˈpɛər i ən, ˈpær-/

Definitions of parian word

  • adjective parian of or relating to Paros, noted for its white marble. 1
  • adjective parian noting or pertaining to a fine, unglazed porcelain resembling this marble. 1
  • adjective parian of, relating to, or resembling a native or inhabitant of Paros. 1
  • noun parian a native or inhabitant of Paros. 1
  • noun parian Parian ware. 1
  • adjective parian denoting or relating to a fine white marble mined in classical times in Paros 0

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Origin of parian

First appearance:

before 1630
One of the 42% oldest English words
1630-40; < Latin Pari(us) of Paros + -an

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Parts of speech for Parian

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

parian popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

parian usage trend in Literature

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Top questions with parian

  • what does parian mean?
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