"Lucullian" meaning in All languages combined

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Adjective [English]

Forms: more Lucullian [comparative], most Lucullian [superlative]
Rhymes: -uːliən Etymology: From Latin Luculliānus. Etymology templates: {{der|en|la|Luculliānus}} Latin Luculliānus Head templates: {{en-adj}} Lucullian (comparative more Lucullian, superlative most Lucullian)
  1. Pertaining to or reminiscent of the Roman quaestor and politician Lucullus, famous for his wealth and banquets; lavish, extravagant. Synonyms: Lucullean
    Sense id: en-Lucullian-en-adj-me3QdP2~ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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