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martyr
nounmasculine/femininegeneral usecommon/mɐɾˈtiɾ/mar·tir
Definitions
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A person who suffers or is killed for defending a cause, especially a religious or political one.
Usage examples
“Saint Sebastian is considered a martyr of the Catholic Church.”
“The martyrs of freedom are remembered at the monument.”
Common combinations
Christian martyrmartyr for the causedie a martyr
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A person who suffers greatly or complains constantly.
Usage examples
“Don't make a martyr of yourself over some extra work.”
“She's a family martyr, always sacrificing herself.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
make a martyr of oneself