padawan
What is another word for padawan? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — In the Star Wars fiction, an apprentice training to become a Jedi Knight.
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Etymology
Invented by George Lucas for the Star Wars franchise; the term first appeared in his early manuscripts in the 1970s before reaching cinemas in 1999.
Full origin of padawan →Frequently asked questions
What does “padawan” mean?
The word “padawan” means in the Star Wars fiction, an apprentice training to become a Jedi Knight. In plain terms, a student or trainee, borrowed from the Star Wars term for a Jedi-in-training.
How do you pronounce “padawan”?
“Padawan” is pronounced PA-duh-won (/ˈpædəˌwɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “padawan” in a sentence?
Here is “padawan” used in a sentence: “The young padawan followed her master everywhere.”
What part of speech is “padawan”?
“Padawan” is a noun.
Where does the word “padawan” come from?
The word “padawan” dates back to around 1999. Invented by George Lucas for the Star Wars franchise; the term first appeared in his early manuscripts in the 1970s before reaching cinemas in 1999.
How many meanings does “padawan” have?
“Padawan” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in the Star Wars fiction, an apprentice training to become a Jedi Knight.
