Etymology

King Arthur

Today it means: A legendary king of Britain, said to have led the defence of Britain against Saxon invaders in the early 6th century. Full definition →

Middle English kyng Arthure
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  1. Middle English · inherited fromkyng Arthure
  2. Middle English · inherited fromkyng Arthure
  3. English todayKing Arthur

Inherited from Middle English kyng Arthure.

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