tyrian Meaning, Definition & Usage

Tyr"i*an adjective
Etymology
L. Tyrius, from Tyrus Tyre, Gr. .
Definitions
  1. Of or pertaining to Tyre or its people.
  2. Being of the color called Tyrian purple.
    The bright-eyed perch with fins of Tyrian dye. Pope.
Tyr"i*an noun
Etymology
L. Tyrius.
Definitions
  1. A native of Tyre.

Webster 1913