paladin: Meaning and Definition of
pal•a•din
Pronunciation: (pal'u-din), [key]
— n.
- any one of the 12 legendary peers or knightly champions in attendance on Charlemagne.
- any knightly or heroic champion.
- any determined advocate or defender of a noble cause.
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