Galilean \Gal`i*le"an\, n. 1. A native or inhabitant of Galilee, the northern province of Palestine under the Romans. [1913 Webster] 2. (Jewish Hist.) One of the party among the Jews, who opposed the payment of tribute to the Romans; -- called also {Gaulonite}. [1913 Webster] 3. A Christian in general; -- used as a term of reproach by Mohammedans and Pagans. --Byron. [1913 Webster]