parian

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noun

par·​i·​an ˈper-ē-ən 

: a porcelain composed essentially of kaolin and feldspar and usually used unglazed in ornamental articles

Parian

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adjective

Par·​i·​an ˈper-ē-ən 

: of or relating to the island of Paros noted for its marble used extensively for sculpture in ancient times

Examples of parian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Reaching an impressive 52 feet, the limestone structure is covered in Parian marble, with sculptural relief panels that tell the story of the emperor’s life and military exploits. — Erica Firpo, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026

Nancy Diaz, who owns La Palapa del Parian restaurant on Lawndale Street, said monthly revenues are dropping, and that typically busy times like the Memorial Day and July 4 weekends have been slow this year. — The Detroit News, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025

As pictured above, the neo-Mannerist rendering of John’s head on a platter seems carved in Parian marble. — Air Mail, 26 Apr. 2025

Just be mindful that this is when a slower pace of life starts to take over the region—so pull up a beach chair, pour yourself a glass of Parian wine, and take it easy. — Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Parian, adjective; from its suitability for making statuettes

First Known Use

Noun

1824, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1578, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing parian

• Parian ware

Rhymes for parian

• agrarian
• aquarian
• barbarian
• bavarian
• bulgarian
• cimmerian
• hungarian
• librarian
• ovarian
• riparian
• rotarian
• sectarian