cleruchial

/klɛˈruːʃɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a cleruchy or cleruchs; especially, having the character of a settler or resident alien

“The cleruchial policies of ancient Athens helped to expand its influence in the region.”

2. noun

a person who holds land in a cleruchy, especially in ancient Athens

“The historian studied the lives of the cleruchial settlers in the Athenian colonies.”

Synonyms

  • alien
  • colonist
  • settler

Antonyms

  • citizen
  • native