barbarian

  1. Adjective.  Relating to people, countries or customs perceived as uncivilized or inferior.
  2. Noun.  An uncivilized or uncultured person, originally compared to the hellenistic Greco-Roman civilisation; often associated with fighting or other such shows of strength.
  3. Noun.  (derogatory) Someone from a developing country or backward culture.
  4. Noun.  A warrior, clad in fur or leather, associated with Sword and Sorcery stories.

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