Definition: Colchian is a term used in the context of the Chola dynasty, which ruled Southern India from about 1580 to 1620. The name "colchian" was derived from the word "colchani," which means "large" or "big." Colchians were known for their large-scale construction projects, particularly in areas like the city of Trichy, where they built a grand temple called the Chola Temple. The Chola dynasty