Troilus

noun

: 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

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

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Cite this Entry

“Troilus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Troilus. Accessed 5 Dec. 2024.

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