Gladiator (Noun)
Meaning 1
(ancient Rome) a professional combatant or a captive who entertained the public by engaging in mortal combat.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Roman crowd roared as the gladiator stepped into the arena, his sword at the ready.
- In ancient Rome, gladiators were often slaves or prisoners of war who were forced to fight for the entertainment of the masses.
- The gladiator's armor was dented and battered from countless battles, but he still managed to strike fear into the hearts of his opponents.
- As a gladiator, Marcus knew that his life was short-lived, and that every fight could be his last.
- The retiarius, a type of gladiator, was known for his agility and quick reflexes, using his net to ensnare his opponents before striking the final blow.