Hadrian meaning

UK US /ˈhædriən/ 3 syllables

Hadrian (noun): Roman Emperor who was the adoptive son of Trajan; travelled throughout his empire to strengthen its frontiers and encourage learning and architecture; on a visit to Britain in 122 he ordered the construction of Hadrian's Wall (76-138).

Definition of Hadrian

  1. Roman Emperor who was the adoptive son of Trajan; travelled throughout his empire to strengthen its frontiers and encourage learning and architecture; on a visit to Britain in 122 he ordered the construction of Hadrian's Wall (76-138)

    Synonyms: Publius Aelius Hadrianus, Adrian

    Type of: Roman Emperor

How to pronounce Hadrian

Hadrian is pronounced /ˈhædriən/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

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