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A mercenaryA mercenary.
UK/ˈsɛlˌsɔːd/US/ˈsɛlˌsɔɹd/
Meaning
2 senses(usually)A mercenary.
(broadly, derogatory, figuratively, often)Someone who only works for money, in the manner of a mercenary.
Origin
From sell + sword. Compare hired gun.From sell + sword. Compare hired gun.
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