Rhodian
/ˈroʊdiən/noun
Of or relating to Rhodes or its inhabitants.
Did you know?Rhodian comes from Rhodes, and the island’s name is traditionally linked to Greek rhódon, meaning “rose,” giving the word a beautifully ancient floral shadow.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
Ῥόδος (Rhodos)
“The island of Rhodes; later, its people and anything belonging to them”
Classical Latin
Latin
Rhodius
“Of Rhodes; Rhodian”
Late Latin
Latin
Rhodianus
“Belonging to Rhodes or the Rhodians”
Middle English
English
Rhodian
“Pertaining to Rhodes or its inhabitants”
Modern English
English
Rhodian
“Of or relating to Rhodes or Rhodians”
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