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paladin (s) (noun), paladins (pl)
1. One of the twelve knights who were on duty for Charlemagne; emperor of the Holy Roman Empire from A.D. 800 to 814 who made many reforms in government and education in western Europe: The paladin was a knightly defender and champion who was a heroic soldier of chivalry.
2. Etymology: from French paladin, from Italian paladino, from Latin palatinus, "officer" of the palace.
A knight considered to be a champion.
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