The word "warrior" refers to a person who is engaged in or experienced in warfare or combat. Warriors are often seen as brave and skillful fighters, typically fighting for a cause, a country, or a group. They may also embody qualities like honor, loyalty, and strength. In broader contexts, "warrior" can be used metaphorically to describe someone who fights against challenges or hardships in life.
The word "warrior" comes from Middle English wariour, which is derived from the Old North French werreier, meaning "to wage war." This, in turn, comes from the Latin bellator, meaning "warrior," which is from bellum, meaning "war."