gladiators
word · lemma: gladiator
Definition
Gladiators were trained fighters in ancient Rome who fought each other or wild animals for public entertainment.
Usage & Nuances
'Gladiators' is always plural; a single fighter is a 'gladiator.' Mainly used in historical or metaphorical contexts, sometimes in sports to describe tough competitors. Not used for modern fighters.
Spanish: gladiadoresPortuguese (BR): gladiadoresPortuguese (PT): gladiadoresChinese (Simplified): 角斗士Chinese (Traditional): 角鬥士Hindi: ग्लैडिएटर्सArabic: المصارعونBengali: গ্ল্যাডিয়েটররাRussian: гладиаторыJapanese: 剣闘士たちVietnamese: đấu sĩKorean: 글래디에이터들Turkish: gladyatörlerUrdu: گلیڈی ایٹرزIndonesian: gladiator
Example Sentences
Many gladiators were slaves or prisoners.
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Gladiators fought in large arenas in Rome.
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Some gladiators became famous heroes.
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People used to cheer loudly for their favorite gladiators.
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Modern movies often show gladiators as strong and brave.
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In debates, politicians can be like gladiators, fighting for their ideas.
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