Parthian


Par·thi·an

adj \ˈpär-thē-ən\

Definition of PARTHIAN

1
: of, relating to, or characteristic of ancient Parthia or its people
2
: relating to, being, or having the effect of a shot fired while in real or feigned retreat
Parthian noun

First Known Use of PARTHIAN

1565

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