Synonyms

free companion

American

noun

a member of a band of mercenary soldiers during the Middle Ages.

free companion British

noun

(in medieval Europe) a member of a company of mercenary soldiers

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Etymology

Origin of free companion

First recorded in 1810–20

Example Sentences

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It includes the right to a free companion ticket for anyone who needs support from another person to attend an event.

From BBC

An exception is Cardiff's Wales Millennium Centre - once a person registers the card, all they have to do is sign in online to be offered wheelchair or regular seats with a free companion ticket.

From BBC

Stacie Seal, who was flying Monday from Los Angeles to her home in Boise, Idaho, said her family had opted to visit Disneyland using two free companion tickets, which are earned through airline credit cards.

From Washington Times

Stephanie Sirr CEO of the Nottingham Playhouse and co-president of UK Theatre confirmed the "big 12" subsidised theatres all offer free companion tickets, as do many other UK Theatre members.

From BBC

The Bristol Old Vic has now updated its site making clear free companion tickets are not only available for people with "restricted mobility", but also those who are hearing or visually impaired or neuro-divergent.

From BBC

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