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QUADRIGA
Etymology
Noun
quadriga (plural quadrigae or quadrigas)
(historical) A Roman racing chariot drawn by four horses abreast.
(historical) A team of four horses, or sometimes other animals, especially as used in chariot racing.
Source: Wiktionary
Quad*ri"ga, n.; pl. Quadrigæ. Etym: [L. See Quadrijugous.] (Rom. Antiq.)
Definition: A car or chariot drawn by four horses abreast.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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