Meaning & use
paladin
A heroic champion or defender of a noble cause, originally one of the legendary knights of Charlemagne's court.
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In the novel, the paladin swore an oath to protect the kingdom's innocent villagers.
The video game let players choose a paladin class that combined healing and combat skills.
A note on using this word
Historically tied to medieval legend; in modern fantasy games it usually describes a holy warrior who fights for justice.
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