Meaning Of The Word Fabian

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Fabian in American English
a member of the Fabian Society
using a cautious strategy of delay and avoidance of battle

Fabian in American English 1
adjective: seeking victory by delay and harassment rather than by a decisive battle as in the manner of Fabius Maximus
noun: a member of or sympathizer with the Fabian Society

Fabian in American English 2
noun: Saint died a. d.250, pope 236–250

Fabian in British English
adjective: of, relating to, or resembling the delaying tactics of the Roman general Quintus Fabius Maximus; cautious; circumspect
noun: a member of or sympathizer with the Fabian Society

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