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noun
- 1. any of the twelve peers of Charlemagne's court, of whom the Count Palatine was the chief. historical
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PALADIN definition: 1. (in the past) a very brave knight (= a soldier trained to fight on a horse) 2. (in the past) a…. Learn more.
The meaning of PALADIN is a trusted military leader (as for a medieval prince). Did you know?
PALADIN meaning: 1. (in the past) a very brave knight (= a soldier trained to fight on a horse) 2. (in the past) a…. Learn more.
2 meanings: 1. one of the legendary twelve peers of Charlemagne's court 2. a knightly champion.... Click for more definitions.
The noun paladin means a champion of a cause. If you are a paladin for animal welfare, you probably spend your free time volunteering at the local shelter and take part in fundraisers that help keep it going.
Paladin definition: any one of the 12 legendary peers or knightly champions in attendance on Charlemagne.. See examples of PALADIN used in a sentence.
1. A paragon of chivalry; a heroic champion. 2. A strong supporter or defender of a cause: "the paladin of plain speaking" (Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr.). 3. Any of the 12 peers of Charlemagne's court. [French, from Italian paladino, from Late Latin palātīnus, palatine; see palatine1 .]
noun. paladins. A knight or a heroic champion. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. A strong supporter or defender of a cause. American Heritage. Similar definitions. Any of the twelve legendary peers of Charlemagne's court. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Synonyms: fighter. hero. champion. supporter. knight.
paladin meaning, definition, what is paladin: a knight (=a soldier of high rank) in th...: Learn more.
There are two meanings listed in OED's entry for the word paladin. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.