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Webster 1913 Edition

Hyperaspist

Hyˊper-as′pist

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Noun.

[Gr. [GREEK], fr. [GREEK] to cover with a shield;

ὑπέρ

over + [GREEK] shield.]

One who holds a shield over another; hence, a defender.

[Obs.]

Chillingworth.

Webster 1828 Edition

Hyperaspist

HYPERAS'PIST

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Noun.

[Gr. a shield.] A defender.