ETYM Latin Fabianus, Fabius, belonging to Fabius.
Using cautious slow strategy to wear down opposition; avoiding direct confrontation; SYN. dilatory.
Of or relating to Fabianism.

A member of the Fabian Society in Britain.
Pertaining to Q. Fabius Maximus, Roman general, and his cautious tactics and avoidance of open battle. Fabian Society, society advocating a gradual approach to socialism.