Adrian


Definition: Meaning of, Adrian in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈeɪdrɪən /

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  1. 1889-1977 english physiologist who conducted research into the function of neurons; 1st baron of Cambridge
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  2. 76-138 roman Emperor who was the adoptive son of Trajan; travelled throughout his empire to strengthen its frontiers and encourage learning and architecture; on a visit to Britain in 122 he ordered the construction of Hadrian's Wall
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Adrian used in phrases

  • Adrian IV
    1. (1100-1159) the only English POPE . He was born in Hertfordshire, England, and his real name was Nicholas Breakspear. He became POPE in 1154
  • Baron Adrian (noun)
    1. 1889-1977 english physiologist who conducted research into the function of neurons; 1st baron of Cambridge
  • Edgar Douglas Adrian (noun)
    1. 1889-1977 english physiologist who conducted research into the function of neurons; 1st baron of Cambridge
  • Mole, Adrian
    1. the main character in a series of humorous British books written by Sue Townsend, the first of which was The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13 (1982). Each book is in the form of a DIARY in which Adrian writes about his daily life and thoughts. He describes many of the emotional problems that are typical of people his age.
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Pronunciation: ɛnd ɒv;(ə)v ðə;ðɪ;ðiː wəːld
Parts of Speech: noun
New Testament day at the end of time following Armageddon when God will decree the fates of all individual humans according to the good and evil of their earthly lives