Diehard

/ˈdaɪhɑrd/ adjective, noun

Definition

A person who is extremely loyal or refuses to change their opinions, even in the face of overwhelming evidence; stubbornly committed.

Etymology

Compound word from 'die hard,' implying someone who would rather die than surrender their position. First appeared in print around 1842 to describe British soldiers famous for their rigid loyalty.

Kelly Says

The term comes from the British 45th Regiment, known as 'The Die-Hards' for their fierce resistance at the Battle of Albuera in 1811—their reputation for stubborn courage became the definition we use today.

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