Definitions for byzantineˈbɪz ənˌtin, -ˌtaɪn, ˈbaɪ zən-, bɪˈzæn
tɪn Random House Webster's College Dictionary Byz•an•tineˈbɪz
ənˌtin, -ˌtaɪn, ˈbaɪ zən-, bɪˈzæn tɪn(adj.) of or pertaining to
Byzantium or the Byzantine Empire. Category: Western History of
or in the style of architecture developed in the Byzantine
Empire, characterized by masonry construction, round arches, low
domes on pendentives, and the extensive use of mosaics.
(sometimes l.c.) extremely complex or intricate. characterized
by elaborate scheming and intrigue, esp. to obtain political
advantage. Category: Common Vocabulary (n.)a native or
inhabitant of Byzantium. Category: Ancient History Origin of
Byzantine: 1590–1600; < LL Bȳzantīnus of Byzantium ; see -ine1 a
native or inhabitant of Byzantium or of the Byzantine Empire of
or relating to the Eastern Orthodox Church or the rites
performed in it "Byzantine monks"; "Byzantine rites" of or
relating to or characteristic of the Byzantine Empire or the
ancient city of Byzantium Byzantine, convolut