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gladiator

noun glad·i·a·tor \ˈgla-dē-ˌā-tər\

: a man in ancient Rome who fought against another man or animal for public entertainment

Full Definition of GLADIATOR

1
:  a person engaged in a fight to the death as public entertainment for ancient Romans
2
:  a person engaging in a public fight or controversy
3
:  a trained fighter; especially :  a professional boxer
glad·i·a·to·ri·al \ˌgla-dē-ə-ˈtr-ē-əl\ adjective
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Origin of GLADIATOR

Latin, from gladius sword, of Celtic origin; akin to Welsh cleddyf sword
First Known Use: 15th century

Rhymes with GLADIATOR

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GLADIATOR Defined for Kids

gladiator

noun glad·i·a·tor \ˈgla-dē-ˌā-tər\

Definition of GLADIATOR for Kids

:  a man in ancient Rome who took part in fights as public entertainment

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