\Lem"ni*an\ (l[e^]m"n[i^]*an), a. [L. Lemnius, fr.
Lemnus, Gr. Lh^mnos.]
Of or pertaining to the isle of Lemnos.
{Lemnian bole}, {Lemnian earth}, an aluminous earth of a
   grayish yellow color; sphragide; -- formerly sold as
   medicine, having astringent properties.
{Lemnian reddle}, a reddle of firm consistence and deep red
   color; -- used by artificers in coloring.