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单词 Philippian
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Definition of Philippian in English:

Philippian

noun fɪˈlɪpɪən
historical
  • A native or inhabitant of Philippi, an ancient city in Macedonia.

adjective fɪˈlɪpɪən
historical
  • Of or relating to Philippi or its inhabitants.

Origin

Early 16th century; earliest use found in The New Testament. From Philippi (classical Latin Philippī, ancient Greek Φιλίπποι) the name of a city in ancient Macedon (now in north-eastern Greece), named after Philip II, king of Macedon (reigned 359–36 b.c.) + -an.

 
 

Definition of Philippian in US English:

Philippian

nounfɪˈlɪpɪən
historical
  • A native or inhabitant of Philippi, an ancient city in Macedonia.

adjectivefɪˈlɪpɪən
historical
  • Of or relating to Philippi or its inhabitants.

Origin

Early 16th century; earliest use found in The New Testament. From Philippi (classical Latin Philippī, ancient Greek Φιλίπποι) the name of a city in ancient Macedon (now in north-eastern Greece), named after Philip II, king of Macedon (reigned 359–36 b.c.) + -an.

 
 
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