Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reb
noun
/rɛb/
Definition
A term used to refer to a Confederate soldier during the American Civil War.
Examples
- The recruits trained hard to become skilled rebs.
- During the re-enactments, many participants dress as rebs to honor their ancestors.
- The history books often depict the rebs fighting bravely against Union forces.
Meaning
The word ‘reb’ is a colloquial abbreviation of the word ‘rebel,’ indicating someone who supported the Confederate side in the Civil War.
Synonyms
- rebel
- Confederate
- Southerner
