Sa|be|an

Sa|be|an
Sa|be|an «suh BEE uhn», adjective, noun.
–adj.
1. of or having to do with Sheba, an ancient kingdom of Arabia, noted for its trade in spices and gems.
2. Figurative. fragrant; rich: »

Sabaean odours from the spicy shore of Araby (Milton).

–n.
an inhabitant of Sheba.
[< Latin Sabaeus (< Greek Sabaîos < Sába ancient name of Sheba, city in Yemen)]

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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