—adj.
1 of or relating to Sparta in ancient Greece.
2 a possessing the qualities of courage, endurance, stern frugality, etc., associated with Sparta. b (of a regime, conditions, etc.) lacking comfort; austere.
—n. a citizen of Sparta.
Etymology: ME f. L Spartanus f. Sparta f. Gk Sparta, -te
Useful english dictionary. 2012.