adj
paphian
Paphian (adj) means Of, from or relating to Paphos, the mythical birthplace of the goddess of love on the island of Cyprus.
adj
1
Of, from or relating to Paphos, the mythical birthplace of the goddess of love on the island of Cyprus.
2
Pertaining to love or sexual desire, especially when illicit.
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Etymology
From Latin Paphius [from Ancient Greek Πάφιος (Páphios), from Πάφος (Páphos, “Paphos”) + -ιος (-ios)] + English -an.
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What is the meaning of paphian?
"paphian" (adj) means of, from or relating to Paphos, the mythical birthplace of the goddess of love on the island of Cyprus.
What are the different meanings of paphian?
"paphian" has 2 main meanings: 1. Of, from or relating to Paphos, the mythical birthplace of the goddess of love on the island of Cyprus; 2. Pertaining to love or sexual desire, especially when illicit.