WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

Gaiseric

Noun

Gaiseric refers to the name of a historical figure who was the king of the Vandals and Alans during the 5th century. Also known as Genseric, he was a prominent ruler and military leader during the decline of the Western Roman Empire.

Sense 1:

Sample Sentence: Many historians admire Gaiseric for his leadership skills and for establishing the powerful Vandal Kingdom in North Africa.

Sense 2:

Sample Sentence: Gaiseric's successful naval raids on Rome and other important Mediterranean cities significantly weakened the Western Roman Empire.

Adjective

Gaiseric used as an adjective typically refers to anything related to or associated with Gaiseric, the Vandal king.

Sense 1:

Sample Sentence: The Gaiseric dynasty ruled over the Vandal Kingdom for several generations.

Sense 2:

Sample Sentence: The Gaiseric influence in North Africa can still be observed in the region's architecture and cultural practices.

Related Products on Amazon:

• Gaiseric Biography
• Books on Gaiseric's History
• Vandal Kingdom Books