Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pendragon

noun
/ˈpɛn.dræ.ɡən/
Definition
A title given to the leader of a group or the chief of a royal family in ancient Britain, originally associated with the legendary King Arthur.
Examples
  • The title of Pendragon was once held by the legendary King Arthur.
  • In the tales of Camelot, the Pendragon united the kingdom under one banner.
  • Many heroes aspire to the status of Pendragon in the stories of old.
Meaning
Pendragon signifies a leader or chief, often used to describe someone with great authority or noble lineage.
Synonyms
  • Leader
  • Chief
  • Ruler
  • Commander
  • Monarch