troʊˈpeɪɒn

Definitions

1. noun

A trophy or monument, especially one erected to commemorate a victory, typically consisting of the spoils or a representation of the defeated enemy.

“The ancient Greeks erected a large troopaion to commemorate their victory over the Persians.”

2. noun

A spoils of war, especially the head of a defeated enemy.

“The troopaion of the defeated general was displayed as a symbol of victory.”