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trireme
In ancient Greece, a vessel with three banks of oars on each side.
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tri-, tre-
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trireme
An ancient Greek or Roman galley or warship having three tiers (rows) of oars on each side; arranged one above the other.
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Roman Times and Events: Those about to Die, Special Terms
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trireme
A warship manned by 170 rowers, who were arranged in three banks, or levels, on each side of the ship.
Each trireme also had a group of marines on board to handle any military needs.
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Herodotus, The Fifth-Century B.C. Greek Traveler and Historian
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