Genseric
a.d. c390–477, king of the Vandals, conqueror in northern Africa and Italy.
- Also Gaiseric.
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How to use Genseric in a sentence
He showed himself brave and spirited; led an army into Spain and attacked Genseric; but he was beaten, and came back disappointed.
Young Folks' History of Rome | Charlotte Mary YongeThe persecution of the Donatists 17 was an event not less favorable to the designs of Genseric.
The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire | Edward GibbonOn the third day after the tumult, Genseric boldly advanced from the port of Ostia to the gates of the defenceless city.
The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire | Edward GibbonGenseric beheld the danger with firmness, and eluded it with his veteran dexterity.
The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire | Edward GibbonDuring this short interval, the wind became favorable to the designs of Genseric.
The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire | Edward Gibbon
British Dictionary definitions for Genseric
Gaiseric
/ (ˈɡɛnsərɪk, ˈdʒɛn-) /
?390–477 ad, king of the Vandals (428–77). He seized Roman lands, esp extensive parts of N Africa, and sacked Rome (455)
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