Galahad

noun

Gal·​a·​had ˈga-lə-ˌhad How to pronounce Galahad (audio)
1
: the knight of the Round Table who successfully seeks the Holy Grail
2
: one who is pure, noble, and unselfish

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Galahad was in the 14th century

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“Galahad.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Galahad. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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