Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
minuteman
noun
/ˈmɪn.ʊt.mæn/
Definition
A member of a colonial militia in the American Revolutionary War who was trained to respond quickly to any threat.
Examples
- The minutemen played a crucial role in the early battles of the American Revolution.
- During the conflict, each minuteman would carry his own weapon and supplies.
- The term ‘minuteman’ has come to symbolize readiness and patriotism in American culture.
Meaning
Minutemen were civilian colonists who independently organized to form well-prepared militia companies during the American Revolution. They could be ready at a moment’s notice, hence the name ‘minuteman.’
Synonyms
- militiaman
- patriot
- soldier
- fighter
