Decurion
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /dɪˈkjʊəɹɪən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Decurion is a noun meaning (historical) An officer in charge of ten men in the ancient Roman army.
Meaning
(historical) An officer in charge of ten men in the ancient Roman army.
More Meanings
- (historical) A member of local government in ancient Rome.
Word Forms
- decurions
Synonyms for decurion
Depending on context, synonyms include tithingman.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include decuria, decury, decurionate, decener, centurion, designator.
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