Corinthian
1 of 2noun
Co·rin·thi·an kə-ˈrin(t)-thē-ən 
1
: a native or resident of Corinth, Greece
2
: a merry profligate man
Corinthian
2 of 2adjective
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
Word History
First Known Use
Noun
1520, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Adjective
1594, in the meaning defined at sense 1