Barbarian Word Meaning

Etymology:

Middle English (as an adjective used in a derogatory way to denote a person with different speech and customs): from Old French barbarien, from barbare, or from Latin barbarus (see barbarous)

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

(in ancient times) a member of a people not belonging to one of the great civilizations (Greek, Roman, Christian)

Short Definition:

member of ancient people

Examples:

• the city was besieged by the barbarians

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

relating to ancient barbarians

Short Definition:

relating to ancient barbarians

Examples:

• barbarian invasions