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parisian

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //pɝˈɪʒən// parisian

adj. relating to the city of Paris or the people who live there. You use this to describe the style, culture, or atmosphere of the French capital.

adj. relating to or characteristic of the city of Paris or its inhabitants. Often used to describe aesthetic qualities, cultural attitudes, or geographical origins.


SIMPLE

We spent the afternoon at a charming Parisian café.

CONTEXTUAL

The apartment features classic Parisian architecture, including high ceilings and tall windows overlooking the street.

COMPLEX

Her latest collection draws inspiration from the effortless elegance of Parisian street style, blending vintage silhouettes with modern, minimalist fabrics.

Origin

From Middle English Parisien, perisien, from Middle French parisien, from Medieval Latin parisiānus. By surface analysis, Paris + -ian.

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun; when used as a noun, it refers to a resident of the city.

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