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pol•troon. (pɒlˈtrun) n. 1. a wretched coward; craven. adj. 2. marked by utter cowardice. [1520–30; < Middle French poultron < early Italian poltrone idler, coward, derivative of poltro foal < Vulgar Latin *pulliter, derivative of Latin pullus young animal; see foal] pol•troon′er•y, n.
poltroon. a coward (= a person who lacks courage) Definition of poltroon noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
an abject or contemptible coward. Etymology: 16th Century: from Old French poultron, from Old Italian poltrone lazy good-for-nothing, apparently from poltrīre to lie indolently in bed, from poltro bed. 'poltroon' also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations): coward - cowardly.
Définition, exemples et prononciation de poltron : Qui manque de courage physique....
May 21, 2024 · poltroon in American English. (pɑlˈtruːn) noun. 1. a wretched coward; craven. adjective. 2. marked by utter cowardice. SYNONYMS 1. dastard.
Dictionary definition of poltroon. A person who is characterized by extreme cowardice, timidity, or a complete lack of courage and moral fortitude. "The cowardly poltroon hid behind his friends when confronted by the bullies." Detailed meaning of poltroon.
poltron translation in French - English Reverso dictionary, see also 'potiron, proton, portillon, polo', examples, definition, conjugation.
