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Tyrian - What does it mean?

Definition of 'Tyrian'

English

Adjective

(en-adj)
  • From or relating to Tyre.
  • Of a purple colour characteristic of Tyre.
  • *1747 , Thomas Gray,
  • *:Still had she gazed; but 'midst the tide
  • *:Two angel forms were seen to glide,
  • *:The Genii of the stream;
  • *:Their scaly armour's Tyrian hue
  • *:Thro' richest purple to the view
  • *:Betrayed a golden gleam.
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    Noun

    (en-noun)
  • Person from Tyre.