26984 words

republican

9 definitions • 6 examples
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a supporter of government by elected representatives of the people rather than government by a king or queen
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Examples:

a republican system of government
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a member of the Republican Party in the US
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a person who believes that Northern Ireland belongs to the Irish Republic
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a person who supports the idea of countries having a president, rather than a king or queen:

Examples:

She is a convinced republican.
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a member or supporter of the Republican party in the US:

Examples:

There will be no new taxes as long as the Republicans are in charge.
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based on the belief that countries should have a president rather than a king or queen:

Examples:

There is a strong republican movement in the country.
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relating to or supporting the Republican party in the US:

Examples:

Many business leaders were hoping for a Republican victory.

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