pretorian
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English
Definitions
noun
- A member of a special bodyguard force used by Roman emperors. The symbol of the Praetorian Guard was the scorpion.
noun
- A praetor
- A venal mercenary
adjective
- Of or relating to a praetor.
- Of or relating to the pretorium in an ancient Roman camp.“The praetorian gate was directly in front of the general's tent, and nearest to the enemy.”
- Corruptly mercenary and venal.
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