fabian
1. [ adjective ] using cautious slow strategy to wear down opposition; avoiding direct confrontation
Synonyms: dilatory
Examples:

"a fabian policy"

Related terms: cautious
2. [ adjective ] of or relating to Fabianism
Examples:

"the Fabian society"

Related terms: Fabianism
3. [ noun ] Man's first name, popularity rank in the U.S. is 630
4. [ noun ] Last name, frequency rank in the U.S. is 4515
5. [ noun ] (politics) a member of the Fabian Society in Britain
Related terms: socialist Fabian_Society
Similar spelling:   Fabiano
  Fabiani
  Fabiana