I. ˈtrōjən noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin Trojani, plural, Trojans, from Troja, Troia Troy
1. capitalized : a native or inhabitant of Troy
2. usually capitalized : one who shows qualities (as pluck, endurance, determined energy) attributed to the defenders of ancient Troy — used chiefly in the phrase like a Trojan
3. usually capitalized : a gay and often somewhat irresponsible or disreputable companion
II. adjective
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin trojanus, from Troja, Troia Troy, ancient city in Asia Minor that according to Greek legend was besieged, captured, and destroyed by the Greek armies during the ten-year Trojan War about 1200 B.C. (from Tros, legendary king of Phrygia and founder of Troy, from Greek Trōs, Trōos ) + Latin -anus -an
1. : of, relating to, or resembling that of ancient Troy or its inhabitants
a Trojan spirit
2. : of, relating to, or constituting a Trojan horse
a Trojan threat to our economy