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staunch

adjective
 
 
/stɔːntʃ/ US  /stɑːntʃ/

Definition

always loyal in supporting a person, organization, or set of beliefs or opinions: a staunch friend and ally He gained a reputation as being a staunch defender/supporter of civil rights.Loyal, faithful and dependable staunchness
 
 
/ˈstɔːntʃ.nəs/ US  /ˈstɑːntʃ-/ noun [U]
Loyal, faithful and dependable
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