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
However, the German will still rely on experienced heads such as Dan Burn and Fabian Schar in the dressing room.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
It might be assembling more from components stored in underground bases, but the production facilities where engines for the missiles were built have been destroyed, said Fabian Hinz, an independent missile expert.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
That is what Spain midfielders Fabian Ruiz and Gavi were presented with when they returned to their hometown after being part of the Spain squad that triumphed in North America.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
Fabian is holding a rope that trails behind him and out the door.
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
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