: a son of Priam who in medieval legend loved Cressida and lost her to Diomedes
Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Latin, from Greek Trōïlos
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of Troilus was
in the 14th century
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“Troilus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Troilus. Accessed 30 Nov. 2023.
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