Battailous

/bæˈteɪjəs/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by battle; warlike, combative, or suited for warfare.

Etymology

From Old French 'bataille' (battle) + '-ous' (suffix meaning full of). Medieval/archaic English term used in heraldry and descriptions of warriors.

Kelly Says

Battailous was a term used in old English to describe things that seemed war-like or aggressive—you might read about a 'battailous spirit' in ancient texts!

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