Marcomanni

[ mahr-koh-man-ahy ]

noun

, (used with a plural verb)

1. an ancient Germanic people who lived in central Europe.

Other Words From

• Mar·co·man·nic [mahr-koh-, man, -ik], adjective

Example Sentences

The Marcomanni disappeared from history during the 4th century, being probably merged in the Baiouarii, the later Bavarians.

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In the end the Marcomanni were driven out of Pannonia, and were almost destroyed in their retreat across the Danube.

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The Quadi and the Marcomanni, 83 who had taken the lead in the war, were the most severely punished in its catastrophe.

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The Quadi and the Marcomanni, who had taken the lead in the war, were the most severely punished in its catastrophe.

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The Marcomanni retire into their own country, but M. Aurelius pursues his preparations against them, in order to safeguard Italy.

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