Fullonian

/fʊˈloʊniən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of Fulton, its people, or its industries; also potentially relating to fullering or cloth-making.

Etymology

Derived from a place name (Fulton) or possibly from Latin 'fullo' (fuller) plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ian,' used in geographical or occupational descriptions.

Kelly Says

Place-name adjectives like 'Fullonian' tell us which industries dominated different regions—if a place name generates occupational or trade adjectives, that town was known for that work across Europe.

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