Martyr |
One who, by his death, bears witness to the truth of the gospel; one who is put to death for his religion; as, Stephen was the first Christian martyr. |
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Martyr |
Hence, one who sacrifices his life, his station, or what is of great value to him, for the sake of principle, or to sustain a cause. |
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Martyr |
To put to death for adhering to some belief, esp. Christianity; to sacrifice on account of faith or profession. |
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Martyr |
To persecute; to torment; to torture. |
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