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¹Paphian

noun Pa·phi·an \ˈpā-fē-ən\

Definition of PAPHIAN

often not capitalized : prostitute

: a native or inhabitant of Paphos

Latin paphius, from Greek paphios, from Paphos, ancient city of Cyprus that was the center of worship of Aphrodite

First Known Use: 1598

adjective

: of or relating to illicit love : wanton

: of or relating to Paphos or its people

1605

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