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Ian
1[ ee-uhn, ee-ahn, ahy-uhn ]
-ian
2- a suffix with the same meaning and properties as -an, though -ian is now the more productive of the two suffixes in recent coinages, especially when the base noun ends in a consonant: Orwellian; Washingtonian .
-ian
suffix
- a variant of -an
Johnsonian
Etonian
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Ian1
from Latin -iānus
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Example Sentences
Blood and Honour was founded in 1987 by Ian Stuart Donaldson aka Ian Stuart.
From BBC
The rail authority’s new chief executive, Ian Choudri, said the project’s future was strong.
From Los Angeles Times
Dr Ian Carl explained that hospital flow was a major issue.
From BBC
Ian: Can I personally drive Trent in my campervan to Madrid?
From BBC
Former England striker Ian Wright was among those calling for Clinton, 21, to push for a place at Euro 2025, adding: "Grace is more than ready for this level. I would like to see her play more."
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