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minutemen

 

[ หˆmษชn.สŠt.mษ›n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

American history

Minutemen were colonial militia members who were known for being ready to fight at a moment's notice during the American Revolutionary War. They played a crucial role in the early stages of the war, particularly in the battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775. The term 'Minutemen' itself emphasizes their rapid response capabilities, allowing them to be deployed quickly in defense of their communities. These individuals were often volunteers, and their commitment to the cause of independence was pivotal in resisting British forces.

Synonyms

militia, patriot, soldier

Examples of usage

  • The Minutemen rallied to protect their village from British attacks.
  • Many young men in the town aspired to become Minutemen.
  • The legacy of the Minutemen is celebrated every Patriots' Day.
  • Minutemen were pivotal in the outcome of the Revolutionary War.

Translations

Translations of the word "minutemen" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น minutemen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฟเคจเคŸเคฎเฅ‡เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Minutemen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ minutemen

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ะฝัƒั‚ะผะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ minutemen

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŸใƒ‹ใƒƒใƒˆใƒกใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท minutemen

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ minutemen

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dakikalar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฏธ๋‹ˆํŠธ๋งจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูŠู†ูˆุชู…ู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ minutemen

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ minutemen

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ†้’Ÿไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ minutemen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรญnรบtumenn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะธะฝัƒั‚ะผะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒฃแƒขแƒ›แƒ”แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™qiqษ™lษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ minutemen

Etymology

The term 'Minutemen' originated in the 18th century during the buildup to the American Revolutionary War. It was first employed to describe members of the militia who were trained and fully equipped to respond rapidly to military threats. The name suggests that these fighters could be ready for battle in a minute's notice, underscoring their dedication and urgency in defending their colonies. The Minutemen emerged as a response to British military actions, which increasingly encroached upon colonial liberties. They became symbolic of the varying strategies of warfare that colonists adopted, blending guerrilla tactics with traditional military formations. Their most notable engagements were on April 19, 1775, during the initial confrontations at Lexington and Concord, marking the start of the Revolutionary War. After the war, the legacy of the Minutemen continued, representing the spirit of American independence and self-defense that would resonate through the nation's history.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,546, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.