Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fenian
noun
/ˈfiː.ni.ən/
Definition
A member of a 19th-century Irish nationalist organization aimed at establishing an independent Irish republic.
Examples
- The Fenian movement was significant in the fight for Irish independence.
- Many Fenians were involved in upheavals against British authority.
- He was known as a Fenian sympathizer, advocating for Irish rights.
Meaning
The term ‘Fenian’ refers to a member of the Fenian Brotherhood, which was a secret society formed by Irish nationalists in the United States to promote Irish independence from British rule.
Synonyms
- Nationalist
- Republican
- Insurgent
