gladiator
UK: ˈɡlæd.i.eɪ.tər | US: ˈɡlæd.i.eɪ.t̬ɚ
n. a professional fighter in ancient Rome who entertained audiences by engaging in violent combat
n. (figuratively) a person engaged in a fierce struggle or competition
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The word "gladiator" originates from Latin gladiator, derived from gladius (meaning "sword"). Gladiators were armed combatants who fought in Roman arenas, often to the death, for public spectacle. The suffix -iator denotes an agent or performer of an action, emphasizing their role as sword-wielders. Over time, the term evolved to symbolize any relentless fighter, extending beyond its historical context.
The gladiator raised his sword to salute the emperor before the battle.
In modern politics, candidates are often portrayed as gladiators in a brutal arena.
The documentary explored the harsh lives of Roman gladiators.
She fought like a gladiator to defend her championship title.
The crowd roared as the gladiator defeated his opponent.