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warrior

/ˈwɔːr.i.ɚ/
war · ri · or
Plural:warriors
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• noun

1

A person engaged or experienced in warfare, especially a fighter or soldier in a traditional, tribal, or historical context.

Example

"The museum exhibited the ornate armor worn by a samurai warrior during the feudal era of Japan."

2

A person who shows exceptional courage, determination, and vigor in overcoming significant challenges or fighting for a cause.

Example

"She has been an absolute warrior in her advocacy for environmental protection, refusing to back down against corporate pressure."

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• Rhymes for warrior

• Nearby Words

warren
warren river
warri
warrior
warrioress
warrnambool
warsaw

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'werriour', derived from Old North French 'werreieor' (a person who makes war), which stems from 'werre', meaning war.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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