About The Word Milesian
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Milesian
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What's The Definition Of Milesian?Synonyms | Synonyms for Milesian: Related Terms | Find terms related to Milesian: See Also | Milesian In Webster's Dictionary \Mi*le"sian\, a. [L. Milesius, Gr. ?.]
1. (Anc. Geog.) Of or pertaining to Miletus, a city of Asia
Minor, or to its inhabitants.
2. (Irish Legendary Hist.) Descended from King Milesius of
Spain, whose two sons are said to have conquered Ireland
about 1300 b. c.; or pertaining to the descendants of King
Milesius; hence, Irish.
\Mi*le"sian\, n. 1. A native or inhabitant of Miletus. 2. A native or inhabitant of Ireland. |
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