Samnite

noun

Sam·​nite ˈsam-ˌnīt How to pronounce Samnite (audio)
: a member of an ancient people of central Italy

Word History

Etymology

Samnium, Italy

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Samnite was in the 14th century

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“Samnite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Samnite. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.

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