English

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Etymology

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From Breslau +‎ -v- +‎ -ian.

Adjective

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Breslavian (not comparable)

  1. Of or pertaining to Breslau.

Noun

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Breslavian (plural Breslavians)

  1. (rare) A native or inhabitant of Breslau.
    • 1884, The Literary Gazette: A Weekly Journal of Literature, page 427:
      The prima donna of this temple of 'Thalia Canina' was a charming poodle, called Madame Batavia, and the darling of the Breslavians, []
    • 2014, Charles Kraszewski, Rossetti’s Armadillo, page 172:
      Passed by and ignored on a daily basis by the Breslavians hurrying about to work or relaxation, its spectacular implosion has made of it an element that cannot be overlooked.