noun
lionheart
LEYE-uhn-hahrt
Lionheart (noun) means a person of exceptional courage and bravery. Example: “The wounded soldier was a true lionheart, refusing to give up.”
noun
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A person of exceptional courage and bravery.
"The wounded soldier was a true lionheart, refusing to give up."
How to use lionheart
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA very brave, heroic person.
When to use it
Literary and somewhat old-fashioned; used for dramatic effect rather than everyday speech.
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Word forms
- Plural
- lionhearts
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The wounded soldier was a true _____, refusing to give up.
Etymology
From lion plus heart, echoing the nickname of Richard I of England, "Richard the Lionheart."
Rhymes for lionheart
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What does “lionheart” mean?
The word “lionheart” means a person of exceptional courage and bravery. In plain terms, a very brave, heroic person.
How do you pronounce “lionheart”?
“Lionheart” is pronounced LEYE-uhn-hahrt (/ˈlaɪ.ən.hɑɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “lionheart” in a sentence?
Here is “lionheart” used in a sentence: “The wounded soldier was a true lionheart, refusing to give up.”
What part of speech is “lionheart”?
“Lionheart” is a noun.
