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Dardan

Dardan

9.9
A person from the ancient city of Troy
  • noun
  • Archaic
translation icon : dardano
  • The Dardan warriors were known for their bravery.

Examples

  • The poet describes the bravery of the Dardans in battle.

  • Ancient texts often refer to the Dardan people as skilled warriors.

  • According to legend, Aeneas was a famous Dardan who survived the fall of Troy.

  • The Dardans were often depicted in ancient art.

  • According to legend, Aeneas was a famous Dardan who survived the fall of Troy.

  • Ancient texts often refer to the Dardan people as skilled warriors.

  • The Dardan warriors were known for their bravery.

Synonyms

Trojan
vsDardan
  • Literature
8.1

A person from the ancient city of Troy

is a general term without emphasis on classical usage
Dardanian
vsDardan
  • Archaic
9.9

A person from ancient Troy often mentioned in old stories

is the broader neutral label not restricted to classical texts

Surface Forms

Dardan singular
Dardans plural

Etymology

Dardan comes from the old name Dardanos, the legendary founder of the people of Troy, and it shares the same root as Dardanelles, the strait near ancient Troy. So a Dardan is simply an 'inhabitant of Troy'.