Found 2 items, similar to parthian.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: Parthian Parthian adj 1: pertaining to Parthia or its people or language or culture; “Parthian archeology” 2: delivered at the moment of parting as if in flight or retreat; “paused to deliver a parting shot at the door”; “a Parthian volley of expletives from Uncle Billy”- Bret Harte [syn: parting] n : a native or inhabitant of Parthia
English → English (gcide) Definition: Parthian 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. [1913 Webster]