Definition of "gladiator" in English

noun

1. (Ancient Rome) A person (professional or slave) who entertained the public by engaging in mortal combat with another, or with a wild animal.

2. (by extension) A disputant in a public controversy or debate.

3. A professional boxer.

4. Synonym of heelwalker (“Any of the order Mantophasmatodea of carnivorous, wingless insects that superficially resemble a cross between praying mantises and phasmids.”).

verb

1. To fight as entertainment for others.

2. To compete in a public contest.

3. To debate or argue.

4. To act aggressively toward others.