caesar

Cae-sar · proper_noun, noun

imported

Definitions

proper_noun, noun

  1. 1.

    A title used by Roman emperors, especially the first twelve.

  2. 2.

    (Julius Caesar) The Roman general, statesman, and dictator (100-44 BCE).

  3. 3.

    A type of salad made with romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, and a creamy dressing.

  4. 4.

    A cocktail made with vodka, Clamato juice, and spices (popular in Canada).

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    Caesar salad — A type of salad.
  • •
    render unto Caesar — Give to authority what belongs to it (from the Bible).

Related words

See also: Rome, emperor, salad

Etymology

From Latin Caesar, a family name of the Julian clan. The exact origin is uncertain; possibly from caesaries ("hair") or caesius ("blue-grey eyes"). Later became a title for Roman emperors.