Parthian
(adjective) pertaining to Parthia or its people or language or culture; “Parthian archeology”
Parthian
(noun) the Iranian language spoken in the Parthian kingdom (250 BC to AD 226)
Parthian
(noun) a native or inhabitant of Parthia
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Par"thi*an, a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to ancient Parthia, in Asia.
– n.
Definition: A native Parthia. Parthian arrow, an arrow discharged at an enemy when retreating from him, as was the custom of the ancient Parthians; hence, a parting shot.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
24 April 2024
(verb) reach, make, or come to a decision about something; “We finally decided after lengthy deliberations”
Coffee dates back to the 9th century. Goat herders in Ethiopia noticed their goats seem to be “dancing” after eating berries from a particular shrub. They reported it to the local monastery, and a monk made a drink out of it. The monk found out he felt energized and kept him awake at night. That’s how the first coffee drink was born.
