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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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The first known use of Corinthian was in 1520
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