toxotae

toxotae
\\ˈtäksəˌtē\ noun plural
Etymology: New Latin, from Greek toxotai, plural of toxotēs archer, from toxon bow, arrow — more at toxic
: public slaves of ancient Athens often of Scythian origin, armed with bows, and serving as police

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