Spartacus
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- proper noun
- /ˈspɑrtəˌkəs/
- Cory Booker, Senator Spartacus from New Jersey has been a, a solid voice on this and he continues to push on it.
Examples
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So I reluctantly am also Spartacus, I guess.
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I think I should tell Agador Spartacus this news.
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What a lovely voice you have, Agador Spartacus.
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I am Spartacus, the Goldman's' butler.
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Lenin, in 1920, made an analysis of the political conditions in Germany after the failure of the Communist (Spartacus League) uprising in 1918.
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In that same century, in the conquered Greek province of Thrace, an illiterate slave woman added to her master's wealth by giving birth to a son whom she named Spartacus.
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The story of Spartacus teaches us about the fight for freedom and justice.
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In the film, the character Spartacus leads a rebellion against the oppressive Roman Empire.
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Many people admire Spartacus for his bravery and leadership during the slave revolt.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Spartacus is used as a given name because of the famous rebel from ancient Rome. It likely comes from an old Thracian name, and a helpful way to remember it is to think of Sparta and brave warriors, so parents may choose it to honor courage.