Salian

1 of 2

adjective (1)

Sa·​lian
ˈsālēən,
-lyən
: of or relating to a Frankish people dwelling early in the 4th century a.d. on the Ijssel river see salic law

Salian

2 of 2

adjective (2)

"
: of or relating to the Salii of ancient Rome
Salian hymns

Word History

Etymology

Adjective (1)

Late Latin Salii, a division of the Franks (from the Sala —Ijssel—river) + English -an

Adjective (2)

Latin Salii, priests of Mars in ancient Rome (from salire to leap) + English -an

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“Salian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Salian. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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