| 释义 |
cyp·ri·an
I. \ˈsiprēən\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Latin Cyprius native of Cyprus, from Cyprius, adjective (from Greek Kyprios, from Kypros Cyprus) + English -an
1. often capitalized [so called from Cyprus' being the reputed birthplace of Aphrodite, goddess of love] : a lewd person; specifically : prostitute
2. usually capitalized : cypriot
3. or cyprian bee usually capitalized C : a bright yellow fierce-tempered honeybee little raised in the United States
II. adjective
Etymology: Latin Cyprius of Cyprus + English -an
1. often capitalized : licentious
2. usually capitalized : cypriot |