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Flavian

Pronunciation: /ˈfleɪvɪən/
Definition of Flavian

adjective

  • relating to a dynasty ( ad 69-96) of Roman emperors including Vespasian and his sons Titus and Domitian.

noun

  • a member of the Flavian dynasty.

Origin:

from Latin Flavianus, from Flavius, a given name used by this dynasty

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