hessian
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hes·sian

noun \ˈhe-shən\

Definition of HESSIAN

1
capitalized
a : a native of Hesse
b : a German mercenary serving in the British forces during the American Revolution; broadly : a mercenary soldier
2
chiefly British : burlap

First Known Use of HESSIAN

1710

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