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Definition of charioteer

charioteer

/ˌtʃɛr.i.əˈtɪr/
char · i · o · teer
Plural:charioteers
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Past Simple:charioteered
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Past Participle:charioteered
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Present Participle:charioteering
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charioteer Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who drives or races a horse-drawn chariot, especially in ancient warfare, ceremonial processions, or athletic games.

Example

"The bronze statue at Delphi depicts a victorious charioteer holding the reins with calm composure."

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• verb

1

To drive or convey in a chariot, or to guide a chariot as a driver.

Example

"In classical mythology, the sun god charioteered across the sky from dawn until dusk."

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• Rhymes for charioteer

• Nearby Words

charichuelo
charily
chariot
charioteer
charioteering
charisma
charismatic

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French 'charioteur', from 'chariot' (from Old French 'char', meaning wheeled vehicle, ultimately from Latin 'carrus') combined with the agent suffix '-eer'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Charioteer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/charioteer
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