almogavar
|al-mo-ga-var|
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/ˈælməˌɡɑːvər/
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/ˈælməˌɡɑːvə/
light infantry soldier
Etymology
Etymology Information
'almogavar' originates from the Arabic word 'al-mughāwir', meaning 'raider' or 'attacker'.
Historical Evolution
'al-mughāwir' transformed into the Catalan word 'almogàver', and eventually became the modern English word 'almogavar'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'raider' or 'attacker', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a member of a class of light infantry soldiers'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member of a class of light infantry soldiers in the Crown of Aragon during the Middle Ages.
The almogavars were known for their agility and effectiveness in battle.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/01 03:51