noun · masculinethird declension

thraex

thraex m (genitive thraecis)

Classical[ˈtʰrae̯ks]Ecclesiastical[ˈtrɛks]

Meaning

Ancient RomehistoricalmasculineA gladiator bearing Thracian equipment (a small shield, short sword with curved blade and several pieces of armour).
thraex arenam intrat et pugnatThe Thracian enters the arena and fights.

From Ancient Greek Θρᾷξ (Thrāîx), whence also Thrāx (“Thracian”).

Quick answers

What does thraex mean in Latin?

thraex, a noun, means “A gladiator bearing Thracian equipment (a small shield, short sword with curved blade and several pieces of armour).”.

What is the genitive of thraex?

The genitive singular is thraecis. thraex is masculine, third declension.

How do you pronounce thraex?

In classical Latin, [ˈtʰrae̯ks]; in ecclesiastical (church) Latin, [ˈtrɛks].