I. ˈpithēən noun
( -s )
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Latin pythi us, adjective, pythian (from Greek pythios, from Pythō Pytho, Delphi) + English -an
1. : a native or inhabitant of Delphi
2.
a. : a priestess of Apollo at Delphi
b. : one who is phrenetic
II. adjective
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Latin pythi us pythian + English -an
1.
a. : of or relating to the ancient Greek god Apollo especially as patron deity of Delphi
b. : being or relating to games celebrated at Delphi every four years in the third year of the Olympiad about the middle of August and forming one of the four great Panhellenic festivals
2. : like a Pythian priestess : phrenetic