Trojan

[ troh-juhn ]

adjective

1. of or relating to ancient Troy or its inhabitants.

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Troy.
2. a person who shows pluck, determination, or energy:

   to work like a Trojan.

3. Computers. Trojan horse ( def 3 ).

Trojan

/ ˈtrəʊdʒən /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of ancient Troy
2. a person who is hard-working and determined

adjective

1. of or relating to ancient Troy or its inhabitants

Word History and Origins

Origin of Trojan¹

First recorded in 1350–75; Middle English Troyan, Troian, from Latin Trōjānus, equivalent to Trōj(a) + -ānus adjective suffix; Troy, -an

Idioms and Phrases

see under work like a beaver (trojan) .

Example Sentences

But the significance of Lynn’s decision last November isn’t lost on Riley, whose defense has been the steadiest part of the Trojans’ rocky season.

From Los Angeles Times

Palmer struggled that day for the Trojans, his 252 passing yards and two touchdowns offset by two interceptions, a fumble, six sacks and a run game that generated only 3.9 yards per carry.

From Los Angeles Times

Did a Bruin just unnecessarily poke a Trojan?

From Los Angeles Times

He told 247 Sports on Sunday that he plans to compete for the Trojans starting quarterback job right away.

From Los Angeles Times

That was the larger question looming over the Trojans as they pulled off a bowl-saving victory on a sunny afternoon when a new quarterback and new resilience showed up for the same old coach.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• adventurous
• audacious
• daring
• fearless
• gallant
• gutsy
• heroic
• resolute
• strong
• tenacious
• tough
• valiant