Celtiberian
Britishnoun
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a member of a Celtic people ( Celtiberi ) who inhabited the Iberian peninsula during classical times
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the extinct language of this people, possibly belonging to the Celtic branch of the Indo-European family, recorded in a number of inscriptions
Example Sentences
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"He has been more fortunate than we," replied the Celtiberian resignedly.
From Sónnica by Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente
Again Act�on saw the Celtiberian shepherd in the colonnades, moving from one group of rustics to another, listening to their conversation.
From Sónnica by Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente
The two horsemen began the descent to the city, followed by the Celtiberian messenger.
From Sónnica by Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente
"Take care of yourself, Hannibal!" said an old Celtiberian planting himself before his horse.
From Sónnica by Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente
Five men of the tribe accompanied the young Celtiberian during his stay in Saguntum, taking care of his horses and serving him as free domestics.
From Sónnica by Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente
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