proper noun

Hadrian

HAY-dree-uhn

Hadrian (proper noun) means a Roman emperor known for consolidating the empire's borders, including the wall in northern Britain that bears his name. Example: “Hadrian's Wall once marked the northern edge of Roman Britain.”

proper noun

A Roman emperor known for consolidating the empire's borders, including the wall in northern Britain that bears his name.

"Hadrian's Wall once marked the northern edge of Roman Britain."

How to use Hadrian

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In plain EnglishA Roman emperor, famous today mainly for Hadrian's Wall.

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Etymology

From Latin Hadrianus, meaning "from Hadria," an Adriatic port town; a doublet of the name Adrian.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hadrian” mean?

The word “Hadrian” means a Roman emperor known for consolidating the empire's borders, including the wall in northern Britain that bears his name. In plain terms, a Roman emperor, famous today mainly for Hadrian's Wall.

How do you pronounce “Hadrian”?

“Hadrian” is pronounced HAY-dree-uhn (/ˈheɪ.dɹiː.(j)ən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hadrian” in a sentence?

Here is “Hadrian” used in a sentence: “Hadrian's Wall once marked the northern edge of Roman Britain.”

What part of speech is “Hadrian”?

“Hadrian” is a proper noun.

Where does the word “Hadrian” come from?

The word “Hadrian” comes from Latin. From Latin Hadrianus, meaning "from Hadria," an Adriatic port town; a doublet of the name Adrian.