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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

gladius

/ˈɡleɪdiəs/ noun · British & US
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What does gladius mean?

noun

A short sword used by the ancient Romans, typically with a narrow blade and a cruciform hilt. A gladius was a standard issue sword for Roman legionaries.

Example

"The gladius was a versatile sword that could be used for both cutting and thrusting."

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