col·chi·an I. \ˈkälkēən\adjective Usage: usually capitalized Etymology: Latin Colchis (from Greek Kolchis) + English -an 1.: of, relating to, or characteristic of Colchis, an ancient region in Asia 2.: of, relating to, or characteristic of Colchians II. noun (-s) Usage: usually capitalized : a native or inhabitant of Colchis