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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