English Explanatory Dictionary

Samnite

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A native or inhabitant of ancient Samnium.
  2. A Roman gladiator armed with shield, sleeve on right arm, helmet, shoulder-piece, and greave.

Pronunciation

/ˈsæm.naɪt/

Word forms

Samnite Samnites

Derived words

pre-Samnite
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