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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 |