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peltast.

A type of light infantry unit in Ancient Greece who often served as skirmishers.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A type of light infantry unit in Ancient Greece who often served as skirmishers.

    historical
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From Ancient Greek πελταστής (peltastḗs).

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