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hes·sian I. \ˈheshən, chiefly Brit ˈhesēən\ adjective Usage: usually capitalized Etymology: Hesse, region or state in southwestern Germany + English -ian : of or relating to Hesse in Germany or the Hessians II. noun (-s) 1. capitalized a. : a native of Hesse, a region or state in southwestern Germany b. : a German mercenary often a native of Hesse serving in the British forces during the American Revolution c. : a mercenary soldier 2. a. : hessian boot b. : hessian andiron 3. chiefly Midland a. : scamp, rascal — used especially of a child b. : a troublesome or meddlesome person — used especially of a woman 4. also hessian cloth : burlap |