Gaiseric

[ gahy-zuh-rik ]

/ ˈgaɪ zə rɪk /

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noun

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Words nearby Gaiseric

gainly, gains, gainsay, Gainsborough, 'gainst, Gaiseric, gait, gaited, gaiter, Gaithersburg, Gaitskell

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How to use Gaiseric in a sentence

Gaiseric and Ricimer had harried her more fiercely than ever Alaric had done.
The Chief Periods of European History|Edward A. Freeman
Gaiseric was a cruel and cunning man, possessing great military talents and superior mental gifts.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 4|Various
According to some authorities Gaiseric at this time first actually assumed the title of king.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 4|Various
The name Gaiseric is said to be derived from gais, a javelin, and reiks, a king.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 4|Various

British Dictionary definitions for Gaiseric

Gaiseric

/ (ˈɡaɪzərɪk) /

noun

same as Genseric

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