Parian

[ pair-ee-uhn, par- ]

adjective

1. of or relating to Paros, noted for its white marble.
2. noting or pertaining to a fine, unglazed porcelain resembling this marble.
3. of, relating to, or resembling a native or inhabitant of Paros.

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Paros.
2. Parian ware.

Parian

/ ˈpɛərɪən /

adjective

1. denoting or relating to a fine white marble mined in classical times in Paros
2. denoting or relating to a fine biscuit porcelain used mainly for statuary
3. of or relating to Paros

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Paros
2. Parian marble
3. Parian porcelain

Word History and Origins

Origin of Parian¹

1630–40; < Latin Pari ( us ) of Paros + -an

Example Sentences

Until a few years ago the quarter known as the, Parian was the flourishing centre of the half-caste traders.

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A bright red spot appeared on its smooth surface, like a ruby on Parian marble.

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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.

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One day a travelling merchant brought to the door a case of pretty Parian ornaments.

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This well and its wonderful cures are monuments which will live when Parian marble shall crumble into dust.

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