Poltron
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Poltron is a noun meaning (obsolete) Alternative form of poltroon.
Meaning
(obsolete) Alternative form of poltroon.
Example Sentences
Be not a Hercules furens abroad, and a poltron within thyself.
We were regarded as a nation of poltrons, without the spirit to resent insult, or the power to resist aggression.
She shall find I am not the clay, but the potter. I will mould, not be moulded. Poltron as I was, to think of sinking into the docile, domesticated, timid animal called husband!
Word Forms
- poltrons
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include polt, poupeton, varletto, cowarde, porwigle, cowardie.
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