PAPHIAN
Etymology
Adjective
Paphian (not comparable)
(literary) Pertaining to love or sexual desire, especially when illicit. [from 16th c.]
Of or relating to Paphos, the mythical birthplace of the goddess of love on the island of Cyprus. [from 16th c.]
Noun
Paphian (plural Paphians)
(literary) A prostitute.
A resident of Paphos.
Source: Wiktionary
Pa"phi*an, a. Etym: [L. Paphius, Gr.
Definition: Of or pertaining to Paphos, an ancient city of Cyprus, having a
celebrated temple of Venus; hence, pertaining to Venus, or her rites.
Pa"phi*an
Definition: , n. A native or inhabitant of Paphos.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition