Pelles

/ ˈpɛliːz /

noun

1. (in Arthurian legend) the father of Elaine and one of the searchers for the Holy Grail

Example Sentences

Ye shall not do so, said King Pelles, by my counsel, for it is hard an ye escape without a shame.

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But King Pelles was unaware of what thoughts lay within the heart of his daughter.

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And they of the court of King Pelles were very glad that so famous a knight had come thither, wherefore they paid him great honor.

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At this passion of sorrow King Pelles was much amazed and he said, "Whom hast thou seen, my daughter?"

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They abode in that ship until they had come to the castle of King Pelles, who welcomed them right gladly.

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