gladius

[ gley-dee-uhs ]

noun

, plural gla·di·i [gley, -dee-ahy].

1. a short sword used in ancient Rome by legionaries.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gladius¹

Borrowed into English from Latin around 1510–20

Example Sentences

Instead, the researchers’ analysis found that S. bideni’s inner shell is a gladius, a triangular shell-like remnant found in squids and vampire squids.

From Seattle Times

He said the measurements of the new fossil are distinct enough to mark a new species, “even if you disagree with our interpretation that we’re looking at gladius and not a phragmocone and looking at a vampyropod and not something else.”

From Seattle Times

Image: Asus Asus has also announced its new ROG Gladius III Wireless gaming mouse.

From The Verge

The Gladius III Wireless looks similar to the Razer DeathAdder V2, which we cited as the best wired gaming mouse to buy.

From The Verge

Notably, the ROG Gladius III allows for user-replaceable switches so you can find the right feel for your needs — even letting you swap between three-pin mechanical and five-pin Omron optical switches.

From The Verge