Early 17th century; earliest use found in John Bingham (fl. c1616). From ancient Greek (Doric) λοχαγός (Attic λοχηγός) commander of a lochos from λόχος + ἄγειν to lead.
Definition of lochagos in US English:
lochagos
(also lochagus)
nounˈlɒkəɡɒs
Ancient Greek History
The commander of a lochos.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in John Bingham (fl. c1616). From ancient Greek (Doric) λοχαγός (Attic λοχηγός) commander of a lochos from λόχος + ἄγειν to lead.