'Pryan' definitions:

Definition of 'Pryan'

From: GCIDE
  • Pryan \Pry"an\, n. (Mining) See Prian. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'pryan'

From: GCIDE
  • Prian \Pri"an\, n. [Cornish, clayey ground, from pri clay.] (Mining) A fine, white, somewhat friable clay; also, the ore contained in a mixture of clay and pebbles. [Written also pryan.] [1913 Webster]