What English verb, meaning to bully, intimidate, or badger someone, is derived from the name of a famous Trojan prince?
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Hector
The shift in meaning from the noble hero Hector to the act of bullying likely occurred in the 17th century, when 'Hectors' became a slang term for street toughs in London.
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