Associations to the word «Myrmidon»

Wiktionary

MYRMIDON, noun. A soldier or a subordinate civil officer who executes orders of a superior without protest or pity (sometimes applied to bailiffs, constables, etc).
MYRMIDON, proper noun. One of a fierce tribe or troop who accompanied Achilles, their king, to the Trojan war.

Dictionary definition

MYRMIDON, noun. A follower who carries out orders without question.
MYRMIDON, noun. (Greek mythology) a member of the warriors who followed Achilles on the expedition against Troy.

Wise words

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Alexander Pope