I. ˈpā-fē-ən noun
Etymology: Latin paphius, from Greek paphios, from Paphos, ancient city of Cyprus that was the center of worship of Aphrodite
Date: 1598
1. often not capitalized : prostitute
2. : a native or inhabitant of Paphos
II. adjective
Date: 1605
1. : of or relating to illicit love : wanton
2. : of or relating to Paphos or its people