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leaguerer

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈliːɡəɹə(ɹ)/

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noun

Meaning 1

A besieger.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic

Examples

  • c. 1608-1634, John Webster, Appius and Virginia Affection that in soldiers' hearts is bred As Dutchmen feed their soldiers, we will sup Survives the wounded, and outlives the dead. Bravely like Roman leaguerers

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From leaguer + -er.