Associations to the word «Ironside»

Wiktionary

IRONSIDE, noun. (historical) A trooper in the Parliamentarian cavalry formed by English political leader Oliver Cromwell in the 17th century, during the English Civil War.
IRONSIDE, noun. One who is very strong and courageous.

Dictionary definition

IRONSIDE, noun. A man of great strength or bravery.

Wise words

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Mark Twain