Caesar
ˈsiːzə
Definition

Definition of Caesar - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
historical figureGaius Julius, Roman general and statesman
  • Julius Caesar was a pivotal figure in Roman history.
2.
leadershippowerful ruler or leader
  • He ruled the company like a Caesar.
dictator emperor
3.
Roman titleTECH.title used by Roman emperorsTECH.
  • The title of Caesar was used by many Roman emperors.
emperor ruler sovereign
4.
foodRareUSsalad of romaine lettuce, croutons, and creamy dressingRareUS
  • I ordered a Caesar for lunch.
dish greens salad
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Images of Caesar

  • Caesar: salad of romaine lettuce, croutons, and creamy dressing
    salad of romaine lettuce, croutons, and creamy dressing

Expressions with Caesar

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salad with romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan, lemon juice, and dressing
I ordered a Caesar salad for lunch at the new restaurant.
cocktail with clamato, vodka, and spices
I ordered a Bloody Caesar at the bar.
used humorously to imitate ancient Roman speech
Hail Caesar! Pass the pizza, please!
used in dramatic performances to evoke ancient Rome
Hail, Caesar! The Senate awaits your decision.
simple encryption shifting letters by fixed positions
The message was encoded using a Caesar cipher.
people in power should avoid any hint of wrongdoing
As a judge, remember Caesar's wife must be above suspicion.

Origin of Caesar

Latin, Caesar (title)

Terms with Caesar included in their meaning

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historical calendar
calendar system introduced by Julius Caesar in 46 BC
battle site
site of Caesar's victory over Pompey in 48 BC
ROT13abbr.
abr: a simple Caesar cipher
shifts each letter 13 places in the alphabet
historical river
small river in Italy crossed by Caesar
history
relating to Julius Caesar or his times
history
someone who admires Julius Caesar's leadership style
salutation respect
used to salute or show respect to Caesar
imperial dynasty
relating to Julius Caesar or the Caesars of Rome

Examples of Caesar in a sentence

  • Many books have been written about Caesar's conquests.
  • In his office, he acted like a Caesar, making all the decisions.
  • The CEO was a Caesar, commanding respect and authority.
  • Julius Caesar was the first to hold the title of Caesar.
  • The legacy of Caesar influenced many subsequent rulers.
  • She quickly made a Caesar for dinner.

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  1. French:Jules César, César, ...
  2. German:Julius Caesar, Cäsar, ...
  3. Italian:Giulio Cesare, Cesare, ...
  4. Spanish:César, ...
  5. Portuguese:Júlio César, César, ...
  6. Chinese:尤利乌斯.凯撒, 凯撒, ...
  7. Japanese:シーザー, 皇帝, ...
  8. Arabic:قَيْصَر, سلطة سيزر, ...
  9. Hebrew:יוּלְיוּס קֵיסָר, קֵיסָר, ...
  10. Russian:Юлий Цезарь, Цезарь, ...
  11. Ukrainian:Цезар, ...
  12. Hindi:सीज़र, कैसर, ...
caesar
ˈsiːsə
caesar: salad with romaine lettuce and dressing
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Definition of caesar - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
foodsalad with romaine lettuce and dressing
  • I ordered a Caesar salad for lunch.
Caesar salad
2.
drinkUScocktail with vodka and clamato juiceUS
  • She enjoyed a Caesar at the party.
3.
authorityRareany ruler or dictator with absolute powerRare
  • He ruled the country like a caesar.
autocrat despot tyrant
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Images of caesar

  • caesar: salad with romaine lettuce and dressing
    salad with romaine lettuce and dressing
  • caesar: cocktail with vodka and clamato juice
    cocktail with vodka and clamato juice

Origin of caesar

Latin, caesar (title of Roman emperors)

Examples of caesar in a sentence

  • He tossed the Caesar with extra croutons.
  • He ordered a Caesar to go with his brunch.
  • The bartender mixed a perfect Caesar for the customer.
  • The CEO acted like a caesar in the company.
  • In ancient Rome, a caesar held ultimate authority.

View all translations of caesar

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  1. French:César, Caesar, ...
  2. German:Caesar-Salat, Caesar, ...
  3. Italian:Caesar, dittatore, ...
  4. Spanish:ensalada César, césar, ...
  5. Portuguese:salada Caesar, ditador, ...
  6. Chinese:凯撒沙拉, 凯撒鸡尾酒, ...
  7. Japanese:シーザーサラダ, 皇帝, ...
  8. Arabic:سلطة سيزر, مَشْرُوب كُوكْتِيل بِالفُودْكَا وَعَصِير الكْلِمِيتُو, ...
  9. Hebrew:סָלָט קֵיסָר, קֵיסָר, ...
  10. Russian:Цезарь, цезарь, ...
  11. Ukrainian:салат Цезар, Цезар, ...
  12. Hindi:सीज़र सलाद, सीज़र, ...
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