Trojan
/ˈtroʊ.dʒən/noun
Relating to the ancient city of Troy, especially in the context of the Trojan War.
Did you know?The term 'Trojan' not only refers to warriors but also to the infamous 'Trojan Horse', a symbol of deception and infiltration in both ancient lore and modern cybersecurity!
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
Τροία (Troia)
“The ancient city known for its legendary siege.”
Latin
Latin
Troianus
“Of or relating to the Trojans, the inhabitants of Troy.”
Old French
Old French
Troien
“Referring to the people or culture of Troy.”
Middle English
Middle English
Troian
“Pertaining to the Trojans, often in the context of the epic tales.”
Modern English
English
Trojan
“Describing anything related to Troy, often used in contexts of cunning or deception.”