persian Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a native or inhabitant of Iran
    Irani; Iranian.
    • the majority of Irani are Persian Shiite Muslims
  2. noun the language of Persia (Iran) in any of its ancient forms
    Farsi.
  3. adjective of or relating to Iran or its people or language or culture
    Iranian.
    • Iranian mountains
    • Iranian security police

WordNet

Per"sian adjective
Etymology
From Persia: cf. It. Persiano. Cf. Parsee, Peach, Persic.
Definitions
  1. Of or pertaining to Persia, to the Persians, or to their language.
Per"sian noun
Definitions
  1. A native or inhabitant of Persia.
  2. The language spoken in Persia.
  3. A thin silk fabric, used formerly for linings. Beck.
  4. pl. (Arch.) See Persian columns, under Persian, a.

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