Colophonian

/ˌkoʊloʊˈfoʊniən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to Colophon, an ancient Greek city, or relating to colophony and its origins.

Etymology

From Greek Kolophon (ancient city) + -ian suffix. The -ian suffix indicates origin, relation, or pertaining to a place or group.

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Colophonians were the original masters of rosin-making in the ancient world, and they were so good at it that their city's name literally became the word for the product—ultimate branding success!

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