Associations to the word «Mettlesome»

Wiktionary

METTLESOME, adjective. Of great mettle; courageous.

Dictionary definition

METTLESOME, adjective. Having a proud and unbroken spirit.
METTLESOME, adjective. Willing to face danger.

Wise words

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