| 释义 |
mo·los·si·an
I. \məˈläsh(ē)ən, -äsēən, -äsyən\ noun
(-s)
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Molossis, district in northwestern Greece + English -an
1. : a native or inhabitant of Molossis, a district of ancient Epirus famous for its dogs
2. : a large dog of ancient times resembling a mastiff
II. adjective
Usage: usually capitalized
: of, relating to, or characteristic of Molossis or Molossians |