Delphian

[ del-fee-uhn ]

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Delphi.

adjective

1. Delphic.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Delphian¹

First recorded in 1615–25; Delphi + -an

Example Sentences

A friend of mine, Paul Baxter, started the Delphian label, which publishes more recordings of British cathedral choirs than anybody else.

From Los Angeles Times

The classical record label Delphian is also releasing a series of albums as a tie-in with the project, starting with works of ancient Scottish music in May.

From New York Times

The magazine chose British independent Delphian Records as its Label of the Year while the Copenhagen-based Nightingale Quartet was chosen as Young Artist of the Year.

From Reuters

Delphian The songs are grouped according to time.

From The Guardian

AUGUSTA, Ga. — If the side hill lies and Delphian greens of Augusta National Golf Club do not age a player overnight, the capricious winds that ventilate the course will.

From New York Times

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