Definition of parian:
(adj) :
Of or relating to the Greek island of Paros; (specifically), designating a type if fine white marble for which the island was renowned in antiquity.
(n) :
A ceramic ware, a kind of bisque porcelain, supposed to resemble the fine-textured white marble of Paros.
(adj) :
Designating or resembling a type of fine white porcelain resembling Parian marble.
(n) :
(countable) A native or inhabitant of Paros.
(adj) :
Alternative form of Parian. [Of or relating to the Greek island of Paros; (specifically), designating a type if fine white marble for which the island was renowned in antiquity.]