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Arcadian

Pronunciation: /ɑːˈkeɪdɪən/

Definition of Arcadian

noun

  • a native of Arcadia.
  • literary an idealized country dweller.

adjective

  • relating to Arcadia.
  • literary relating to an ideal pastoral paradise.

Origin:

late 16th century: from Latin Arcadius, from Greek Arkadia (see Arcadia)

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