Meaning of William Tell in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Noun

   William Tell

   Definitions

   1. a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer

   Examples

   • « according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son's head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap) »