paladin

Meaning

Noun

  • A heroic champion, especially a knight.
  • A defender or advocate of a noble cause.
  • Any of the twelve Companions of the court of Emperor Charlemagne.

Origin

  • From French paladin, from Italian paladino, from Late Latin palātīnus ("palace officer"), derived from palātium. Doublet of palatine.

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