Orphean

[ɒ:'fi:әn]

Definition

(a.) Of or pertaining to Orpheus, the mythic poet and musician; as, Orphean strains.

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Definition

adj. pertaining to Orpheus a poet who could move inanimate objects by the music of his lyre.—adj. Or′phic pertaining to Orpheus or the mysteries connected with the cult of Bacchus.—v.i. Or′phise.—n. Or′phism.

Editor: Segre