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martyrlike en · ADJ

Etymology

From martyr + -like.

Meanings

1. Resembling or characteristic of a martyr.
   • Jesus, very noble and martyrlike from the first, repeatedly holds gestures of benediction or crucifixion, sometimes (a particularly artful trick of Limón’s) at the same time; Judas is forever conflicted by inspiration and jealousy. 2007 September 10, Alastair Macaulay, “Making a Case for Classics Uncovered or Rediscovered”, in New York Times:

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