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Definition of Armatole

Armatole

noun

  • Meaning: A Christian Greek militiaman in the Ottoman Empire employed to maintain order.

    Pronunciation: AR-muh-tohl

    Example Usage: "The armatole, knowledgeble of the mountain passes, proved to be a formidable foe for the Ottoman army."
    The armatole, knowledgeble of the treacherous mountain paths, led the resistance fighters to a hidden camp.
    Originally hired by the Ottomans to keep order, many armatoles later used their military skills to become leaders in the revolt.
    The historical novel depicted the armatole as a rugged and independent figure, caught between his official duties and his national loyalties.

    Last edited on Aug 29 2025. Submitted by Anonymous on Aug 29 2025.

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