I. ˈsiprēən noun
( -s )
Etymology: Latin Cypri us native of Cyprus, from Cyprius, adjective (from Greek Kyprios, from Kypros Cyprus) + English -an
1. often capitalized
[so called from Cyprus' being the reputed birthplace of Aphrodite, goddess of love]
: a lewd person ; specifically : prostitute
2. usually capitalized : cypriot
3. or cyprian bee usually capitalized C : a bright yellow fierce-tempered honeybee little raised in the United States
II. adjective
Etymology: Latin Cypri us of Cyprus + English -an
1. often capitalized : licentious
2. usually capitalized : cypriot