parthian archeology. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
With the resounding defeat of Tim Kaine's parthian proposal to raise the income tax, the discussion is turning to the question of fees. From Wordnik.com. [News for Richmond Times-Dispatch] Reference
While still in plain sight of the group about the store, and as Montoya plodded slowly along behind the burros, Pete turned and launched his parthian shot -- that eloquently expressive gesture of contempt and scorn wherein is employed the thumb, the nose, and the outspread fingers of one hand. From Wordnik.com. [The Ridin' Kid from Powder River] Reference
P.S. An additional parthian shot. From Wordnik.com. [Dr. Helen] Reference
18 posted on 09 / 16 / 2008 10: 58: 02 AM PDT parthian shot (I can't stand much more of this!!). From Wordnik.com. [Latest Articles] Reference
No parthian shot. From Wordnik.com. [Conservapedia - Recent changes [en]] Reference
751: Flyes like a parthian quiver from our rages. From Wordnik.com. [Two Noble Kinsmen (1634 Edition)] Reference
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