Xanthian

American  

[zan-thee-uhn] / ˈzæn θi ən /

adjective

1. of or relating to the ancient city of Xanthus.

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Xanthian British  

/ ˈzænθɪən /

adjective

1. of or relating to the ancient Lycian city of Xanthus or its inhabitants

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Etymology

Origin of Xanthian

First recorded in 1675–85; Xanth(us) + -ian

Example Sentences

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Xanthian

The "Xanthian Marbles," and "Washington Allston," are very pleasing papers.

From Woman in the Ninteenth Century and Kindred Papers Relating to the Sphere, Condition and Duties, of Woman. by Fuller, Margaret

Xanthian, zan′thi-an, adj. pertaining to Xanthus, the capital of ancient Lycia, in Asia Minor.

From Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 4 of 4: S-Z and supplements) by Various

While following in the track of Mr Fellowes, he caught the fatal Xanthian fever; and after many relapses died here.

From Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 380, June, 1847 by Various

These objects being discussed, the visitor should repair to the glass case at the end of the room, and examine some small curiosities from the Xanthian Acropolis, which are placed therein.

From How to See the British Museum in Four Visits by Jerrold, W. Blanchard

This tomb, which occupied the highest point of the hill on which Xanthus stood, is described by Sir Charles Fellows in his account of the Xanthian marbles, published in 1843.

From How to See the British Museum in Four Visits by Jerrold, W. Blanchard