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Definition of lionheart

lionheart

/ˈlaɪ.ənˌhɑːrt/
li · on · heart
Plural:lionhearts
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Adjective:lionhearted
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• noun

1

A person of exceptional courage, bravery, and determination.

Example

"The team captain played like a true lionheart, inspiring everyone around her until the final whistle."

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• Nearby Words

lionfish
lionhead cichlid
lionhead goldfish
lionheart
lionhearted
lionize
lionlike

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed as a compound of 'lion' and 'heart', popularized in English as a translation of the Old French epithet 'Coeur de Lion' given to King Richard I of England (1157–1199) in recognition of his military valor and fearlessness.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lionheart. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lionheart
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