Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
custer
noun
/ˈkʌstər/
Definition
Custer refers to a person or thing related to George Armstrong Custer, a United States Army officer and cavalry commander in the American Civil War.
Examples
- Many books have been written about Custer’s life and his historic battles.
- The term “Custer” can evoke strong emotions regarding American history and Indigenous peoples.
Meaning
The term is often associated with military actions, particularly those involving Custer’s Last Stand at the Battle of Little Bighorn.
Synonyms
- cavalryman
- officer
- commander
