parthian

Definition of Parthian in English :

1. parthian

a native or inhabitant of Parthia

2. parthian

the Iranian language spoken in the Parthian kingdom (250 BC to AD 226)

3. parthian

pertaining to Parthia or its people or language or culture

Example Sentences:
'Parthian archeology'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Parthian

adjective

1.

of or relating to Parthia, a country in ancient Asia, or its inhabitants

noun

2.

a native or inhabitant of Parthia

adj.

1. Of or relating to Parthia or its people, language, or culture.

2. Delivered in or as if in retreat: "a Parthian volley of expletives from Uncle Billy" (Bret Harte).

n.

1. A native or inhabitant of Parthia.

2. The Iranian language of the Parthians.