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

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

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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.

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

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Former featherweight champion Kid Galahad: "AJ knocks him out inside five round. He'll look sharp and devastating. I expect more focused work to the body under the stewardship of Derrick James."

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On 8 June 1982, the Sir Galahad was packed full of ammunition, fuel and soldiers, including hundreds of Welsh Guards.

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