n.
Pronunciation: ' tr ō -j ə n
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin trojanus of Troy, from Troia, Troja Troy, from Greek Tr ō ïa
Date: 14th century
1 : a native or inhabitant of Troy
2 : one who shows qualities (as pluck, endurance, or determined energy) attributed to the defenders of ancient Troy
3 : a merry and often irresponsible or disreputable companion