cyprian

• 过时的形容词，意为“与塞浦路斯岛有关的”；在古旧用法中也指“放荡的”或“淫乱的”，历史上与阿佛洛狄忒崇拜有关。

An obsolete adjective meaning 'of or relating to the island of Cyprus' or, in a now-archaic sense, 'lewd' or 'licentious', historically associated with the cult of Aphrodite.

1. Relating to CyprusC1formal

   Of or relating to the island of Cyprus or its people.

   塞浦路斯的

   • The cyprian landscape is known for its beautiful beaches and ancient ruins.
   • Cyprian culture has a rich history influenced by various civilizations.
   • The cyprian dialect of Greek has some unique features.

   同义词cypriotcypriote

2. Resembling ancient Cypriot worshipC2formal

   Characteristic of or reminiscent of the ancient orgiastic worship of Aphrodite on Cyprus, often implying licentiousness or debauchery.

   类似古塞浦路斯崇拜的

   • The festival had a cyprian atmosphere, with wild dancing and revelry.
   • His cyprian behavior shocked the conservative society.
   • The poet described the scene as cyprian, full of sensual abandon.

   同义词debaucheddissolutelasciviouslecherouslewdlicentiouslustfulsalaciouswanton

   反义词asceticchastemoralpurevirtuous

• 名词，指以从事性活动获取报酬的女性。

A noun referring to a woman who engages in sexual activity in exchange for payment.

1. ProstituteC2formal

   A woman who engages in sexual activity in exchange for payment.

   妓女

   • The novel's main character was a cyprian living in Victorian London.
   • Historical records mention cyprians in many ancient port cities.
   • The term 'cyprian' was used in 19th-century literature to refer to sex workers.

   同义词courtesanharlotprostitutestreetwalkerstrumpettrollopwantonwhore