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January 16, 2023

Word of the Day: Paladin

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Word of the Day : January 16, 2023

paladin \PAL-uh-din\ noun

What It Means

A paladin is a leading champion of a cause, or a trusted military leader (as for a medieval prince).

// The keynote speaker is regarded as a paladin of environmental justice.

// The prince summoned the paladin and commended him for his actions in battle.

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