Philippian

1 of 2

adjective

Phi·​lip·​pi·​an fə̇ˈlipēən 

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Philippi, a city of ancient Macedonia

Philippian

2 of 2

noun

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plural -s

1

: a native or inhabitant of Philippi

2

Philippians plural in form but singular in construction : an exhortative letter written by Paul to the Christians in Philippi and included as a book in the New Testament

—abbreviation Phil see Bible Table

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Philippi + English -an

Noun

Philippi + English -an

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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Rhymes for Philippian

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• caesarian
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• grammarian
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• huronian
• jacobean
• kampuchean
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