Spartan
Pronunciation : Spar"tan
Part of Speech : a.
Etymology : [L. Spartanus.]
Definition : Defn: of or pertaining to Sparta, especially to ancient Sparta; hence, hardy; undaunted; as, Spartan souls; Spartan bravey. -- n.
Defn: A native or inhabitant of Sparta; figuratively, a person of great courage and fortitude.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913