Sasanian

//səˈseɪnɪən// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A member of the Sasanian dynasty.
Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or pertaining to the Sasanian dynasty or the Sasanian Empire. not-comparable

Synonyms

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sasanidsassanid

Example

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"Other birds, such as cocks, quails and partridges, are commonly used in these decorative illuminations, and this class of ornament was probably derived from Persia, under the Sasanian Dynasty, when decorative art and skilful handicrafts flourished to a very remarkable extent."

Etymology

From Sasan + -ian.

Related phrases

Sasanian Empire

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