Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ku-klux

Noun

/ˈkjuː ˌklʌks/

Definition

A secret society founded in the southern United States in 1865 that advocates white supremacy and racial segregation.

Examples

The Ku Klux Klan was known for its white hooded robes and the terror it inflicted on communities.
Many civil rights activists faced threats from the ku-klux members during the 1960s.

Meaning

The term ‘ku-klux’ refers to members of the Ku Klux Klan, a group known for its extremist ideologies and violent activities against minorities, particularly African Americans.