peltast
nounEtymology From Ancient Greek πελταστής (peltastḗs).
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Historical A type of light infantry unit in Ancient Greece who often served as skirmishers.
noun
Etymology From Ancient Greek πελταστής (peltastḗs).
Historical A type of light infantry unit in Ancient Greece who often served as skirmishers.
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