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Bill W

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The word "spartan" originates from the ancient Greek city state of Sparta, known for its militaristic society and austere lifestyle. The term refers to the citizens of Sparta, sometimes called Spartiates or Lacedaemonians.  The word "spartan" in English eventually came to describe a lifestyle characterized by frugality, courage, and simplicity, qualities associated with the Spartans. 

The earliest known use of the word "Spartan" in English dates back to the 15th century, specifically around 1425. Andrew of Wyntoun, a historian and prior of St Serf's, Lochleven, is credited with the first documented usage, according to the O.E.D.  The word was borrowed from Latin. 

Examples of Spartan used in a sentence:  
"To be Spartan meant to be tough."
"How can you claim to be Spartan if you can't keep up?"
"A man in Spartan uniform stepped from the trees."
"The bed, spartan nightstand, and two chairs seemed enough." 
:The Spartan patriciate could afford to disfranchise some of its own members."  
"They were seated two tables away from Dean and appeared to be celebrating something unusual in an otherwise Spartan life." 
"Plato advocated them, and perhaps the later Jews imitated the Spartan community." 

 
 

 
 
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drpaladin

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Spartan ,I'm not.

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Paladin

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2 hours ago, drpaladin said:

Spartan ,I'm not.

I also like my non-spartan, creature comforts.

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wildone

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Up here in Canada, we have the Spartan apple. One of my favourites, but harder to find :( 

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