Fabian
1 Americanadjective
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seeking victory by delay and harassment rather than by a decisive battle as in the manner of Fabius Maximus.
Fabian policy.
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of or relating to the Fabian Society.
noun
noun
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Saint, died a.d. 250, pope 236–250.
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a male given name.
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of Fabian
First recorded in 1590–1600, Fabian is from the Latin word Fabiānus
Example Sentences
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"What is particularly exciting is that these signals carry information not only about how the electrons are arranged, but also about their quantum dynamics," explains Fabian Pichler, a PhD student at TUM.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 12, 2026
Against France's midfield two, Spain imposed themselves with the physical and technically brilliant trio of Fabian Ruiz, Rodri and Dani Olmo.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
Gibraltar Chief Minister Fabian Picardo has described the agreement as removing "the physical barriers of a bygone era of friction" while keeping "the keys to our own front door".
From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026
Fabian Ruiz: Should have made it 2-0 but was denied by a goal-saving block by Upamecano.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
But Sir Fabian barked back, “I have every right! We are here on the orders of Saint-Denis.”
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
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