Minuteman: meaning, definitions and examples

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minuteman

 

[ หˆmษชn.ษชt.mษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

historical military

A minuteman was a member of the colonial militia in America during the Revolutionary War period. These soldiers were known for being ready to fight at a minute's notice, hence the name 'minuteman.' They played a crucial role in the early battles of the Revolution, such as the Battles of Lexington and Concord. Minutemen were typically local militias that could be rapidly mobilized in response to threats, reflecting the determination and resilience of the American colonies during their fight for independence.

Synonyms

militiaman, patriot, soldier

Examples of usage

  • The minutemen arrived just in time to face the British troops.
  • Historical reenactors often portray minutemen at local events.
  • Minutemen were essential in the early stages of the American Revolution.

Translations

Translations of the word "minuteman" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น minuteman

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฟเคจเคŸเคฎเฅˆเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Minuteman

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ minuteman

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ะฝัƒั‚ะผะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ minuteman

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŸใƒ‹ใƒƒใƒˆใƒžใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท minuteman

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ minuteman

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท minuteman

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฏธ๋‹ˆํŠธ๋งจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูŠู†ูŠุชู…ุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ minuteman

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ minuteman

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ†้’Ÿไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ minuteman

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ minuteman

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะธะฝัƒั‚ะผะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒฃแƒขแƒ›แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ minuteman

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ minuteman

Etymology

The term 'minuteman' originated in the 18th century in the American colonies as a reference to the local militia members who were known for their rapid response to British aggression. These individuals were often ordinary citizens, including farmers and tradesmen, who took up arms in defense of their rights and freedoms. The first recorded use of the term dates back to the early 1700s, but it gained prominence during the events leading up to and during the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). The minutemen symbolized the spirit of resistance and adaptability among the colonists, contributing to the broader narrative of American independence. Over time, the concept of the minuteman has evolved into a symbol of American patriotism and the fight for freedom, often depicted in literature and popular culture as the archetype of the American revolutionary spirit.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,031, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.