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gladiators (noun)

Professional fighters in ancient Rome who entertained audiences by engaging in combat with other fighters or wild animals. They were typically slaves, prisoners of war, or criminals trained in specialized schools.

💬 Example

"Thousands of people gathered at the Colosseum to watch the gladiators."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'GLAD' fighter who is an 'ATOR' (like a creator or actor). He is GLAD to be a gladiATOR (even if he's not act...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Calling Roman soldiers 'gladiators'. → Calling them 'legionaries' or 'soldiers'.

Spelling it 'gladators'. → Spelling it 'gladiators'.

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