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View synonyms for soldier of fortune

soldier of fortune

noun

  1. a person who independently seeks pleasure, wealth, etc., through adventurous exploits.
  2. a military adventurer, ready to serve anywhere for pay or for pleasure.


soldier of fortune

noun

  1. a man who seeks money or adventure as a soldier; mercenary
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of soldier of fortune1

First recorded in 1655–65

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