hoplite

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   a heavily armed citizen infantry soldier of ancient Greece, typically carrying a spear and large round shield

   Each hoplite held his place in the tightly packed phalanx.

From Ancient Greek hoplites, 'heavily armed foot soldier,' from hoplon, 'weapon, armor,' later especially the large shield associated with such troops.

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