Patriot en · NOUN
Etymology
Capitalization of patriot.
Meanings
- (informal) An individual Patriot missile.
- (US, historical) A person who was in favor of American Independence from Britain during the American Revolution.
- (Canada, historical) Synonym of Patriote (A devolution-of-power supporter in Lower Canada during the Canadian Rebellions of 1837-1838 (Patriots' War).)
- (Canada, historical) A devolution-of-power supporter in Upper Canada during the Canadian Rebellions of 1837-1838 (Patriot War).
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patriots | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Antonyms
Loyalist (antonym(s) of “American Revolution”)
Synonyms
Translations (1)
fr Patriote (Rebellions of the Canadas)