Vesuvian

English edit

Etymology edit

Vesuvia +‎ -an

Pronunciation edit

Rhymes: -uːviən

Adjective edit

Vesuvian (comparative more Vesuvian, superlative most Vesuvian)

Of or relating to Mount Vesuvius.

Noun edit

Vesuvian (plural Vesuvians)

One who inhabits the area around Mount Vesuvius.
(dated) A kind of match or fusee for lighting cigars.

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