No. 8,759 in French
batailleur
A fighter or a combative person.
In a sentence
Il est un vrai batailleur sur le terrain de football.
He is a true fighter on the football field.
In this sentence, 'batailleur' refers to someone who demonstrates fighting spirit or determination in a competitive situation, such as sports.
Les anciens décrivaient ce général comme un batailleur courageux pendant la guerre.
The elders described this general as a brave fighter during the war.
Here, 'batailleur' denotes a person who actively participates in a conflict or battle, showcasing bravery and strategic skills.
Son esprit batailleur l'a aidée à surmonter de nombreuses difficultés dans sa vie.
Her fighting spirit helped her overcome many difficulties in her life.
In this context, the word 'batailleur' is used metaphorically to describe someone resilient and persistent when facing life's challenges.
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