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Rarepraetorian
The correct spelling is praetorian.
How to pronounce praetorian
noun
Say it like: Prae-tor-ian
The correct spelling is praetorian. A member of a special bodyguard force used by Roman emperors. The symbol of the Praetorian Guard was the scorpion. For example: "The praetorian gate was directly in front of the general's tent, and nearest to the enemy."
Usage Examples
“The praetorian gate was directly in front of the general's tent, and nearest to the enemy.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A member of a special bodyguard force used by Roman emperors. The symbol of the Praetorian Guard was the scorpion.
- 2.A praetor
- 3.A venal mercenary
adjective
- 1.Of or relating to a praetor.
- 2.Of or relating to the pretorium in an ancient Roman camp.
- 3.Corruptly mercenary and venal.
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