Par"thi*an (?), a.
Of or pertaining to ancient Parthia, in Asia.
n.
A native Parthia.
Parthian arrow, an arrow discharged at an enemy when retreating from him, as was the custom of the ancient Parthians; hence, a parting shot.
© Webster 1913.
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