Gaetulan

/ɡæˈtuːlən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of Gaetulia, an ancient region in North Africa (modern Algeria), or its people.

Etymology

From Latin 'Gaetulanus,' derived from 'Gaetulia.' This refers to a historical region and people documented by Roman historians.

Kelly Says

The Gaetulians were known as formidable warriors and horsemen in the ancient Mediterranean world—they were so skilled that even Romans wrote respectfully about them.

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