[], (Noun)

Definitions:
- A native or inhabitant of Paphos.

- A prostitute.


Phrases:

Origin:
late 15th century. From classical Latin Paphius of or associated with Paphos, of or associated with Venus (from Paphos (ancient Greek Πάϕος), the name of a city in Cyprus believed to be the birthplace of Aphrodite or Venus and formerly sacred to her + -ius, suffix forming adjectives) + -an

[], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- Of or relating to love and sexual desire; especially of, relating to, or engaging in illicit sexual acts, prostitution, etc.

- Of or relating to Paphos in Cyprus, a city believed to be the birthplace of Aphrodite or Venus and formerly sacred to her. Frequently in "Paphian Goddess", "Paphian Queen".


Phrases:

Origin:
late 15th century. From classical Latin Paphius of or associated with Paphos, of or associated with Venus (from Paphos (ancient Greek Πάϕος), the name of a city in Cyprus believed to be the birthplace of Aphrodite or Venus and formerly sacred to her + -ius, suffix forming adjectives) + -an