rodomont

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In the midst of the celebrations Rodomont appeared to defy Rogero, and that knight, nothing loath, met him in the lists.

From National Epics by Rabb, Kate Milner

The unhappy Rodomont walled up the church to form her tomb, and threw a narrow bridge across the stream.

From National Epics by Rabb, Kate Milner

But before Rogero can assume the Bulgarian crown he is forced to conquer and slay the boastful Rodomont, who envies his exalted position.

From The Book of the Epic by Guerber, H. A. (Hélène Adeline)

With it alone, he destroyed a band of men conveying to Rodomont, the Saracen chief, his betrothed bride, Doralice, and won the maid for himself.

From National Epics by Rabb, Kate Milner

Behold! the haughty Rodomont,   Unless the distance has deceived my sight.

From Orlando Furioso by Rose, William Stewart