SINCE 1828
Corinthian
noun
Co·rin·thi·an
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Definition of Corinthian
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a native or resident of Corinth, Greece
2
: a merry profligate man
Corinthian
adjectiveDefinition of Corinthian (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: of, relating to, or characteristic of Corinth or Corinthians
2
: of or relating to the lightest and most ornate of the three ancient Greek architectural orders distinguished especially by its large capitals decorated with carved acanthus leaves — see order illustration
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