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- DictionarySpartan/ˈspɑːtn/
adjective
- 1. relating to Sparta in ancient Greece.
noun
- 1. a citizen of Sparta.
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The meaning of SPARTAN is a native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta. How to use Spartan in a sentence. Did you know?
Spartan definition: of or relating to Sparta or its people.. See examples of SPARTAN used in a sentence.
First, "Sparta" refers primarily to the main cluster of settlements in the valley of the Eurotas River. [6] The second word, "Lacedaemon" ( Λακεδαίμων ), [7] was often used as an adjective and is the name referenced in the works of Homer and the historians Herodotus and Thucydides.
6 meanings: 1. of or relating to Sparta or its citizens 2. very strict or austere 3. possessing courage and resolve 4. a.... Click for more definitions.
The history of Sparta describes the history of the ancient Doric Greek city-state known as Sparta from its beginning in the legendary period to its incorporation into the Achaean League under the late Roman Republic, as Allied State, in 146 BC, a period of roughly 1000 years.
5 days ago · Definitions of Spartan. adjective. of or relating to or characteristic of Sparta or its people. noun. a resident of Sparta.
May 28, 2013 · Sparta was one of the most important city-states in ancient Greece and was famous for its military prowess. The professional and well-trained Spartan hoplites with their distinctive red cloaks and long...
Definition of spartan adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Nov 12, 2009 · Sparta was a military city-state in ancient Greece that achieved regional power after Spartan warriors won the Peloponnesian War against the rival city of Athens.
