Galahad

American  

[gal-uh-had] / ˈgæl əˌhæd /

noun

1. 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.

2. a man showing devotion to the highest ideals.

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Galahad British  

/ ˈɡæləˌhæd /

noun

1. (in Arthurian legend) the most virtuous knight of the Round Table, destined to regain the Holy Grail; son of Lancelot and Elaine

2. a pure or noble man

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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. )

Example Sentences

The first part references Galahad, a knight known for his upright and noble character, reflecting the animal's upright posture.

From Science Daily

Like Tennyson’s Sir Galahad, he has the strength of 10 because his heart is pure.

From Los Angeles Times

Two secret Falklands War files related to the Sir Galahad bombing could soon be released, a minister has said.

From BBC

The newly declassified documents corroborate other declassified testimony from the captain of the Sir Galahad which revealed confusion, delays and missed opportunities to move troops to safety before the attack.

From BBC

Former featherweight champion Kid Galahad: "I'm going with a John Ryder win on points."

From BBC