Myr·mi·don (mûr m -d n , -dn)n. 1. Greek Mythology A member of a warlike Thessalian people who were ruled by Achilles and followed him on the expedition against Troy. 2. myrmidon A faithful follower who carries out orders without question. [From Middle English Mirmidones, Myrmidons, from Latin Myrmidones, from Greek Murmidones.] |
Myrmidon [ˈmɜːmɪˌdɒn -dən]
n pl Myrmidons, Myrmidones [mɜːˈmɪdəˌniːz]
1. (Myth & Legend / Classical Myth & Legend) Greek myth one of a race of people whom Zeus made from a nest of ants. They settled in Thessaly and were led against Troy by Achilles
2. (often not capital) a follower or henchman
myrmidon
a follower who obeys orders without question. — myrmidonian, adj.
See also: Allegiance
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | myrmidon - a follower who carries out orders without question follower - a person who accepts the leadership of another |
| 2. | Myrmidon - (Greek mythology) a member of the warriors who followed Achilles on the expedition against Troy Greek mythology - the mythology of the ancient Greeks |
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