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trireme

A galley with three banks of oars, one above the other, used mainly as a warship

Pronunciation: /ˈtɹaɪ.ɹiːm/

Meaning

An ancient galley warship with three banks of oars on each side.

Example

The ancient Greeks used the trireme as their primary warship in naval battles.

The ancient Greeks used the trireme as their primary warship in naval battles.

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