Trojan
Americanadjective
noun
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a native or inhabitant of Troy.
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a person who shows pluck, determination, or energy.
to work like a Trojan.
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Computers. Trojan horse.
noun
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a native or inhabitant of ancient Troy
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a person who is hard-working and determined
adjective
Etymology
Origin of Trojan
First recorded in 1350–75; Middle English Troyan, Troian, from Latin Trōjānus, equivalent to Trōj(a) + -ānus adjective suffix; see Troy, -an
Example Sentences
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The Oscar winner will play Helen, whose beauty famously "launched a thousand ships" and resulted in the Trojan war, according to Homer's ancient Greek legend.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
“These super apps that offer convenience are useful, but they’re also Trojan horses,” said Amy Webb, chief executive of the Future Today Institute.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Former Trojan linebacker Mason Cobb, who was on the team in 2024, also participated.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026
A four-point deficit midway through the first half turned into a five-point Trojan lead by halftime, with USC looking primed for a signature afternoon.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026
They are always represented as living just before the Trojan War, at the same time as Theseus and Jason and Atalanta.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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