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Result for Corinthian

Corinthian (a.)

Of or relating to Corinth.

Corinthian (a.)

Of or pertaining to the Corinthian order of architecture, invented by the Greeks, but more commonly used by the Romans.

Corinthian (a.)

Debauched in character or practice; impure.

Corinthian (a.)

Of or pertaining to an amateur sailor or yachtsman; as, a corinthian race (one in which the contesting yachts must be manned by amateurs.)

Corinthian (n.)

A native or inhabitant of Corinth.

Corinthian (n.)

A gay, licentious person.