Galahad
Americannoun
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Arthurian Legend. Sir Galahad, the noblest and purest knight of the Round Table, who gained possession of the Holy Grail: son of Lancelot and Elaine.
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a man showing devotion to the highest ideals.
noun
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(in Arthurian legend) the most virtuous knight of the Round Table, destined to regain the Holy Grail; son of Lancelot and Elaine
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a pure or noble man
Etymology
Origin of Galahad
First recorded in 1850–55 Galahad for def. 2; earlier Galaad, Galahaut, of disputed origin; perhaps from Welsh Gwalchaved, Gwalcheved, equivalent to gwalch “hawk” + haf “summer”; alternatively, perhaps ultimately from Gilead ( def. )
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The first part references Galahad, a knight known for his upright and noble character, reflecting the animal's upright posture.
From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026
Like Tennyson’s Sir Galahad, he has the strength of 10 because his heart is pure.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
Some crossover fights materialised, such as Kid Galahad crossing the divide to face Queensberry's Josh Warrington in a featherweight world-title fight in 2019.
From BBC • May 30, 2024
The testimony was obtained by former Welsh Guards officer Crispin Black, who was on the Sir Galahad when it was attacked.
From BBC • May 14, 2023
Elaine detained him as he went down to the boat “Lancelot,” she said, “what do you want me to do with Galahad, if you should go away?”
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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