Definition of Adrian

1. Noun. Roman Emperor who was the adoptive son of Trajan; travelled throughout his empire to strengthen its frontiers and encourage learning and architecture; on a visit to Britain in 122 he ordered the construction of Hadrian's Wall (76-138).


2. Noun. English physiologist who conducted research into the function of neurons; 1st baron of Cambridge (1889-1997).
Exact synonyms: Baron Adrian, Edgar Douglas Adrian
Generic synonyms: Physiologist

Definition of Adrian

1. a. Pertaining to the Adriatic Sea; as, Adrian billows.

Definition of Adrian

1. Proper noun. ( male given name). ¹

2. Adjective. Relating to the Adriatic Sea. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Adrian

Adolphus
Adonai
Adonara
Adonean
Adonic
Adonic line
Adonis
Adonis annua
Adonis belt
Adonis belts
Adonises
Adoo
Adornoan
Adornoian
Adrenalin
Adrian (current term)
Adriana
Adrianna
Adrianople
Adrianopolis
Adrianopolitan
Adrianopolitans
Adriatic
Adriatic Sea
Adrienne
Adson's test
Adson forceps
Adson manoeuvre
Aduge
Adullamite

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