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Parian
[ pair-ee-uhn, par- ]
adjective
- of or relating to Paros, noted for its white marble.
- noting or pertaining to a fine, unglazed porcelain resembling this marble.
- of, relating to, or resembling a native or inhabitant of Paros.
noun
- a native or inhabitant of Paros.
Parian
/ ˈpɛərɪən /
adjective
- denoting or relating to a fine white marble mined in classical times in Paros
- denoting or relating to a fine biscuit porcelain used mainly for statuary
- of or relating to Paros
noun
- a native or inhabitant of Paros
- Parian marble
- Parian porcelain
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Example Sentences
Until a few years ago the quarter known as the, Parian was the flourishing centre of the half-caste traders.
A bright red spot appeared on its smooth surface, like a ruby on Parian marble.
She was glad to run up to him, and drag him to look at a group in white Parian under a glass, that had delighted her very much.
One day a travelling merchant brought to the door a case of pretty Parian ornaments.
This well and its wonderful cures are monuments which will live when Parian marble shall crumble into dust.
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