What is the meaning of martyr?

noun

  • One who suffers for the sake of principle.
  • One who voluntarily suffers death as the penalty for refusing to renounce their religion.

verb

  • Kill as a martyr.
    • usage: "Saint Sebastian was martyred"
  • Torture and torment like a martyr.
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