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)]