Vesuvian

English

Etymology

Vesuvia +‎ -an

Pronunciation
  • Rhymes: -uːviən

Adjective

Vesuvian (comparative more Vesuvian, superlative most Vesuvian)

  1. Of or relating to Mount Vesuvius.

Noun

Vesuvian (plural Vesuvians)

  1. One who inhabits the area around Mount Vesuvius.
  2. (dated) A kind of match or fusee for lighting cigars.
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