Grecian

[gree-shuhn]

adjective

1. Greek (especially with reference to ancient Greece).

noun

1. a Greek.

2. an expert in the Greek language or Greek literature.

Grecian

/ ˈɡriːʃən /

adjective

1. (esp of beauty or architecture) conforming to Greek ideals, esp in being classically simple

noun

1. a scholar of or expert in the Greek language or literature

adjective

1. another word for Greek

Other Word Forms

• anti-Grecian adjective
• pro-Grecian adjective
• pseudo-Grecian adjective
• quasi-Grecian adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of Grecian¹

First recorded in 1540–50; from Latin Graeci(a) Greece + -an

Example Sentences

During the time of the allegations Mr Hussein worked at Salim Appliances in Grecian Crescent, Bolton, and also effectively lived there, the court also heard.

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The sun cast warm light through long windows, striping the pink-and-white checkered floor and bathing the marble arms, heads and wings of the ancient Grecian statues around me.

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Even with the draping of her garments, she looked at Grecian and Roman paintings and emulated that style.

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Maybe it’s a happy couple, toes in the sand, on a Grecian beach vacation.

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Currently, the company sells three "core flavors": vanilla with a hint of lemon; dark chocolate and espresso; and the "Grecian," which is an almond and citrus cake.

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Related Words

• classic 
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