noun
warrior
WO-ree-uh
noun
1
A person who fights in battle, especially one known for skill and courage; a soldier or fighter.
"The ancient warriors were buried with their weapons and armour."
"She became a fierce warrior for justice, fighting battles both literal and legal."
How to Use Warrior
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA fighter, often used with a sense of respect for courage and skill, in war or as a metaphor for other struggles.
Common pairings
fierce warrior
warrior spirit
weekend warrior
Word Forms
warriors plural, Warriors plural
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Etymology
From Anglo-Norman werreur, ultimately from Old French guerroiier ("to fight"), related to the word "war."