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Definition: Parthian arrow
Parthian
\Par"thi*an\, a.
Of or pertaining to ancient Parthia, in Asia. -- n. A native
of Parthia.
[1913 Webster]
Parthian arrow, an arrow discharged at an enemy when
retreating from him, as was the custom of the ancient
Parthians; hence, a parting shot.
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