Crusade Definition & Meaning
crusade
- noun
- a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end; "he supported populist campaigns"; "they worked in the cause of world peace"; "the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant"; "the movement to end slavery"; "contributed to the war effort"
- any of the more or less continuous military expeditions in the 11th to 13th centuries when Christian powers of Europe tried to recapture the Holy Land from the Muslims
- verb
- exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for; "The liberal party pushed for reforms"; "She is crusading for women's rights"; "The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate"
- go on a crusade; fight a holy war
"Crusade" in song lyrics
See how crusade is used in real songs:
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"Let me take you on this crusade"
9th Prince f/ Spanish Jose — Street Gems -
"And take funds from a pointless crusade"
Alexipharmic — Colossus -
"It's the last crusade"
Bishop Lamont — Last Crusade
Words that rhyme with crusade
Usage tips for "crusade"
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