Trojan

Pronunciation: /ˈtɹəʊd͡ʒən/

The English word “Trojan” has 9 meanings listed here.

noun

A native or inhabitant of the ancient city of Troy.
A student (especially an athlete) of the University of Southern California.
A Trojan asteroid.
An object residing at a Trojan point.
One who shows great pluck, endurance, strength, etc.

adjective

Of, or relating to, the famed city of Troy or its inhabitants.
Involving great strength or endurance.
Of, or relating to, a Trojan point.
Malicious but disguised as legitimate

Etymology

From old forms Troyan, Troian, Middle English Troiā̆n, from Old English Trōiān, from Latin Troiānus, from Troia (“Troy”) + -ānus, from Ancient Greek Τροίᾱ (Troíā).

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