hessian means of, from or relating to the state of Hesse, Germany. Lexicurio rates it Rare gem — a strength score of 75 out of 100.
hessian is pronounced /ˈhɛsiən/.
Etymology
From Hesse + -ian. Doublet of hessian.
adj
- Of, from or relating to the state of Hesse, Germany.
- Of or relating to the German mathematician Otto Hesse (1811–1874).“Hessian line; Hessian point; Hessian matrix”
name
- The Rhine Franconian dialect spoken in Hesse.
noun
- A native or inhabitant of the state of Hesse, Germany.
- A mercenary soldier, especially a German one who fought with the British in the American Revolutionary War.
- A strong, coarse fabric made from hemp or jute, often used for making sacks.