Tuesday, February 28
Word of the Day: Myrmidon
Myr·mi·don

n.
1. Greek Mythology A member of a warlike Thessalian people who were ruled by Achilles and followed him on the expedition against Troy.
2. A faithful follower who carries out orders without question.

"My lady has a white hand, and the Myrmidons are no bottle-ale houses."
-William Shakespeare, Twelfth Night

 
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