Meaning of valor in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈvælər/

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  1. Noun

    valor

    Etymology

    Middle English (denoting worth derived from personal qualities or rank): via Old French from late Latin valor, from valere‘be strong’

    Definitions

    1. the qualities of a hero or heroine

    Examples

    • « exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle) »
    • « he showed great heroism in battle »
    • « he received a medal for valor »

Famous quotes

  • « Valor grows by daring, fear by holding back. »
    Publilius Syrus
  • « Valor is stability, not of legs and arms, but of courage and the soul. »
    Michel de Montaigne
  • « The valor and courage of our young women and men in the armed services are a shining example to all of the world, and we owe them and their families our deepest respect. »
    Bill Frist

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