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Cyprian
1. A native or inhabitant of Cyprus.
2. Of or relating to Cyprus or its people or culture.
3. A woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money; a prostitute.
4. Resembling the ancient orgiastic worship of Aphrodite on Cyprus.
5. Noting or pertaining to the worship of Aphrodite or to conduct inspired by Aphrodite.

In allusion to Cyprus, formerly famous for the worship of Aphrodite, someone who is lascivious, unchaste, a courtesan, a lewd or profligate man or woman, a prostitute.

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