Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fawkes
noun
fawks
Definition
Fawkes typically refers to Guy Fawkes, an Englishman known for his role in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, which aimed to assassinate King James I and blow up the House of Lords.
Examples
- Guy Fawkes is remembered every November 5th in the UK with fireworks and bonfires.
- The image of Fawkes has become a symbol for various movements advocating against government oppression.
Meaning
The name is often associated with the themes of rebellion against authority and the symbolic act of protest as represented in popular culture.
Synonyms
- Rebel
- Insurgent
- Protester
