noun
charioteer
chair-ee-uh-TEER/ˌtʃæriəˈtɪr/
A person who drives a chariot.
The charioteer holds the reins as his horses race around the ancient arena.
Etymology
The ending turns the wagon name charriot into a name for its driver. This is the person controlling the ancient vehicle used in war, racing, or travel.
In context
the stone struck Cebriones, Hector’s charioteer, a bastard son of Priam, as he held the reins in his hands.
More examples
- A skilled charioteer steers close to the turning post.
- The painting depicts a charioteer standing behind two horses.
- Several charioteers competed in the festival races.
Forms
charioteer · charioteers
Similar words
- driver
- Driver is general; charioteer specifically drives a chariot.