I. ˈtirēən adjective
Etymology: Latin tyri us Tyrian (from Greek tyrios, from Tyros Tyre, famous maritime city of ancient Phoenicia) + English -an
1. usually capitalized : of or relating to ancient Tyre or its people
2. often capitalized : of the color Tyrian purple
II. noun
( -s )
Usage: capitalized
: a native or inhabitant of ancient Tyre