eques

[US]/ˈeɪkweɪz/
[UK]/ˈiːkwɛz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a horseman, especially a knight or cavalryman in ancient Rome; a member of the equestrian class; (taxonomy) a specific epithet or part of a species name, often referring to horse-like characteristics

Phrases & Collocations

roman eques

the eques

eques class

eques rank

ancient eques

eques order

becoming eques

eques status

Example Sentences

the roman eques played an important role in ancient warfare.

an eques needed both courage and skill to ride into battle.

the eques class was part of rome's social hierarchy.

each eques was required to provide his own horse and equipment.

the cavalry, composed of equites, charged across the battlefield.

a wealthy eques could afford the finest horses and armor.

the roman eques served as a bridge between the patricians and plebeians.

military service as an eques was both a duty and a privilege.

the eques formation was essential for breaking enemy lines.

young men dreamed of becoming equites and serving rome.

the eques carried the standard into the heart of the conflict.

even the emperor began his career as a simple eques.

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