Corinthian Definition & Meaning

corinthian
adjective
  1. or pertaining to the Corinthian style of architecture
  2. of or relating to or characteristic of Corinth or its inhabitants
noun
  1. a man devoted to the pursuit of pleasure
  2. a resident of Corinth

"Corinthian" in song lyrics

See how corinthian is used in real songs:

  • "the corinthian"
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  • "daily corinthian"
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  • "the daily corinthian"
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