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philadelphian - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'philadelphian' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Philadelphian [ a.]
- Of or pertaining to Ptolemy Philadelphus, or to one of the cities named Philadelphia, esp. the modern city in Pennsylvania.
2 . Philadelphian [ n.]
- A native or an inhabitant of Philadelphia.
- One of a society of mystics of the seventeenth century, -- called also the Family of Love.