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warrior

Pronunciation: /ˈwɒrɪə/
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Definition of warrior

noun

  • (especially in former times) a brave or experienced soldier or fighter: [as modifier]:the warrior heroes of ancient Greece

Origin:

Middle English: from Old Northern French werreior, variant of Old French guerreior, from guerreier 'make war', from guerre 'war'

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The ending of warrior is spelled -ior.

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