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janissary

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun janissary has 2 senses
  1. janissary - a loyal supporter; "every politician has a following of janissaries"
    --1 is a kind of
    follower
  2. Janissary - a Turkish soldier
    --2 is a kind of
    soldier

Definitions from the Web

Janissary

Noun

  1. (History) A member of an elite infantry corps of the Ottoman Empire, known for their loyalty to the sultan.
  2. (History) A soldier or officer in any military force displaying fierce loyalty, dedication, and discipline.

Adjective

  1. (Historical) Relating to the Janissaries.
Sample Sentences:
  • The Janissaries were renowned for their unwavering loyalty to the Ottoman sultan.
  • It is said that the loyalty of a janissary surpasses all others in the empire.
  • The janissary troops played a crucial role in several successful Ottoman military campaigns.
  • The janissary officer commanded his troops with great discipline and skill.
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