Associations to the word «Marian»

Wiktionary

MARIAN, proper noun. A female given name.
MARIAN, adjective. (Christianity) Of, or relating to the cult of the Virgin Mary
MARIAN, noun. (historical) One of the Scots who remained loyal to Mary, Queen of Scots in the disputes following her deposition.
MARIAN, adjective. Of or relating to Gaius Marius, Ancient Roman general and statesman.
MARIAN, adjective. Of or relating to the Mari people.

Dictionary definition

MARIAN, adjective. Of or relating to or venerating the Virgin Mary.

Wise words

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