gladiator
/ˈɡlædiˌeɪtɚ/ · noun
Meaning
- (in ancient Rome) A person (professional or slave) who entertained the public by engaging in mortal combat with another, or with a wild animal.
- (by extension) A disputant in a public controversy or debate.
- A professional boxer.
- To fight as entertainment for others.
- To compete in a public contest.
- To debate or argue.
- To act aggressively toward others.
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