battle of Marathon

Other forms: battles of Marathon

Definitions of battle of Marathon
  1. noun
    a battle in 490 BC in which the Athenians and their allies defeated the Persians
    synonyms: Marathon
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    pitched battle
    a fierce battle fought in close combat between troops in predetermined positions at a chosen time and place
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