wallace

/ˈwɒləs/

Definitions

1. noun

A Scottish surname, or a given name derived from the surname.

“He’s a direct descendant of the legendary William Wallace.”

2. proper noun

A given name, commonly associated with the 13th-century Scottish hero William Wallace.

“The statue of William Wallace stands proudly in front of the Edinburgh Castle.”

3. verb

To behave like the Scottish hero William Wallace, especially in standing up for what is right.

“He refuses to back down and wallace for his beliefs.”

Synonyms

  • Scottish hero
  • freedom fighter

Antonyms

  • coward
  • traitor