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samnite

 

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Noun samnite has 1 sense
  1. Samnite - an Oscan-speaking member of an ancient people of Campania who clashed repeatedly with the early Romans
    --1 is a kind of
    Italian
    --1 is a member of Campania

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Samnite

Description

Samnite can refer to the ancient Samnites, a group of people who lived in Central Italy from the 5th to the 3rd century BC, or be used as an adjective to describe anything related to the Samnites.

Part of Speech:

Noun, Adjective

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A member of the ancient Samnites, a group of people who inhabited Central Italy before Roman conquest.

2. A modern-day inhabitant of the Samnium region in Italy, which was once inhabited by the ancient Samnites.

Adjective:

1. Relating to the ancient Samnites or their culture.

2. Relating to the Samnium region or its inhabitants.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Samnites were known for their fierce resistance against Roman expansion.

2. The Samnite tribes had their unique language and traditions.

3. Many Samnites were later assimilated into the Roman culture.

4. The Samnite region offers stunning landscapes and historical sites.

5. The Samnite people are proud of their rich heritage and traditions.

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