See Also: Falernian(dictionary)

Falernian (iou)



Falernian adjective & noun. M17.
[from Falernus (see below) + -IAN.]
Chiefly Hist.
A. adjective. Of or pertaining to Falernus ager, an ancient district in Campania, Italy, famous for its wine. M17.
b. noun. Falernian wine. E18.
Also Falerne adjective & noun E17-M18.