Galahad
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Name — In Arthurian legend, a knight famed for his purity who succeeded in finding the Holy Grail.
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Etymology
From the Old French name Galahad, of uncertain origin, possibly linked to the biblical place name Gilead.
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What does “Galahad” mean?
The word “Galahad” means in Arthurian legend, a knight famed for his purity who succeeded in finding the Holy Grail. In plain terms, a reference to the legendary pure knight Sir Galahad, or a man who acts with similar chivalry.
How do you use “Galahad” in a sentence?
Here is “Galahad” used in a sentence: “Sir Galahad is often held up as the model of a perfectly virtuous knight.”
What part of speech is “Galahad”?
Depending on how it is used, “Galahad” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Galahad” come from?
The word “Galahad” comes from Old French. From the Old French name Galahad, of uncertain origin, possibly linked to the biblical place name Gilead.
How many meanings does “Galahad” have?
“Galahad” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in Arthurian legend, a knight famed for his purity who succeeded in finding the Holy Grail.
