loyalist – מילון אנגלי-אנגלי
loyalist
n.
person who is loyal to the present government
Loyalism
In general
loyalism refers to an individual's
allegiance toward an established government, political party, or
sovereign, especially during times of war and revolt. The most common usage of the term refers to loyalty to the Great Britain, especially to opponents of the
American Revolution and those exiles who went to Canada.
loyalist
Noun
1. a person who is loyal to their allegiance (especially in times of revolt)
(synonym) stalwart
(hypernym) supporter, protagonist, champion, admirer, booster, friend
Loyalist (der)
nm.
loyalist, person loyal to the present government
Loyalist
(n.)
A person who adheres to his sovereign or to the lawful authority; especially, one who maintains his allegiance to his prince or government, and defends his cause in times of revolt or revolution.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), edited by Noah Porter.
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