Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mao
Proper noun
/maʊ/
Definition
Mao refers especially to Mao Zedong, the founding father of the People’s Republic of China and a key figure in the Chinese Communist Party.
Examples
- Mao initiated the Cultural Revolution in 1966.
- Many study Mao’s strategies and ideologies in political science courses.
- The impact of Mao’s policies can still be felt in modern China.
Meaning
Typically associated with Mao Zedong’s political thoughts and leadership style, which emphasized communist principles and revolutionary struggle.
Synonyms
- Mao Zedong
- Chairman Mao
