glendower

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Noun glendower has 1 sense

Glendower, Owen Glendower - Welsh chieftain who led a revolt against Henry IV's rule in Wales (1359-1416)
--₁ is a kind of headman, tribal chief, chieftain

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Glendower

Definition:

In Welsh mythology, Glendower is a character known as Owain Glyndŵr, a national hero and warrior prince of Wales who led a revolt against English rule in the early 15th century. Glendower is also a surname of Scottish origin.

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Noun

Sense 1:

Mythical Character - Welsh Hero

Example sentence: The tale of Glendower's valiant fight against the English has been passed down through generations in Wales.

Sense 2:

Surname - Scottish Origin

Example sentence: The Glendower family has a long history of residing in the Highlands of Scotland.