Samnite

[sæmnait]

Definition

(noun.) an Oscan-speaking member of an ancient people of Campania who clashed repeatedly with the early Romans.

Checker: Lucille--From WordNet

Definition

adj. and n. pertaining to an ancient Sabine people of central Italy crushed by the Romans after a long struggle: a Roman gladiator armed with shield sleeve on right arm helmet shoulder-piece and greave.

Editor: William