HOPLITE


Meaning of HOPLITE in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' häp- ˌ l ī t

Function: noun

Etymology: Greek hoplit ē s, from hoplon tool, weapon, from hepein to care for, work at ― more at SEPULCHRE

Date: circa 1741

: a heavily armed infantry soldier of ancient Greece

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