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chariot

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Noun — A light, open, two-wheeled vehicle drawn by horses, used in ancient warfare, racing, and ceremonies.

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a horse-drawn chariot chariot race

Etymology

From Old French chariot, from char ("cart"), from Latin carrus ("wagon") — the same root as "car" and "charge".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “chariot” mean?

The word “chariot” means a light, open, two-wheeled vehicle drawn by horses, used in ancient warfare, racing, and ceremonies. In plain terms, an ancient horse-drawn cart used for war, racing, or ceremony.

How do you pronounce “chariot”?

“Chariot” is pronounced CHA-ree-uht (/ˈt͡ʃæɹi.ət/ in IPA).

How do you use “chariot” in a sentence?

Here is “chariot” used in a sentence: “Roman chariots raced around the arena to roaring crowds.”

What part of speech is “chariot”?

“Chariot” is a noun.

Where does the word “chariot” come from?

The word “chariot” comes from Latin. From Old French chariot, from char ("cart"), from Latin carrus ("wagon") — the same root as "car" and "charge".

Is “chariot” a common word?

“Chariot” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

Related words

aurigal charioteer charret charrette

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