Trojan

American  

[troh-juhn] / ˈtroʊ dʒən /

adjective

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

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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.

Trojan British  

/ ˈtrəʊdʒən /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of ancient Troy

2. a person who is hard-working and determined

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adjective

1. of or relating to ancient Troy or its inhabitants

Trojan Idioms  

1. see under work like a beaver (trojan).

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Etymology

Origin of Trojan

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

Example Sentences

“Open models are Trojan horses for the infrastructure they bring with them,” Reflection Chief Executive Misha Laskin said in an interview earlier this month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Trojan culture will be tested more than ever, but Dunn feels good about where the team is heading.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

This worked particularly well for tracks such as UK Rap and Trojan Horse - which came from his highly acclaimed collaborative album with Central Cee, Split Decision.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

VCRs were a Trojan horse in the American home that kicked off a rebellion against the centralized entertainment of the big three networks and movie-theater chains.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

Between classes, Louie, Jordan, and their friends congregated near the administration building, sitting at the foot of the statue of Tommy Trojan, the symbol of USC.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand

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