Paphian

== English == === Etymology === From Latin Paphius [from Ancient Greek Πάφιος (Páphios), from Πάφος (Páphos, “Paphos”) +‎ -ιος (-ios)] + English -an. === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ˈpeɪfɪən/ === Adjective === Paphian (not comparable) Of, from or relating to Paphos, the mythical birthplace of the goddess of love on the island of Cyprus. [from 16th c.] (literary) Pertaining to love or sexual desire, especially when illicit. [from 16th c.] ==== Translations ==== === Noun === Paphian (plural Paphians) A native or inhabitant of Paphos. (literary) A prostitute. ==== Translations ====