st. george

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st. george

St. George is often depicted slaying a dragon to save a princess.

Definition

Proper noun 1. Saint George: A Christian martyr and saint, recognized as the patron saint of England. He is the legendary hero of the tale "Saint George and the Dragon," in which he rescues a princess by slaying a dragon. He is believed to have died around 303 AD.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The flag of England features the Cross of St. George.
    • Many churches are dedicated to St. George.
    • The legend of St. George is a popular subject in medieval art.
Advanced Usage
  • "St. George's Day": The feast day of Saint George, celebrated on April 23rd.
    • In England, some people wear a red rose on St. George's Day.
Variants and Related Words
  • St. George's Cross (noun): A red cross on a white background, representing the flag of England and the emblem of Saint George.
    • The St. George's Cross is a recognizable symbol.
Synonyms
  • Saint George: The full, unabbreviated form.
  • Patron Saint of England: A descriptive title for his role.
Related Phrases
  • St. George and the Dragon: The specific name of the legend associated with him.
    • The painting depicts the scene from St. George and the Dragon.
st. george

St. George is often depicted slaying a dragon to save a princess.

Noun
  1. Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)

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