jacobin

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun a member of the radical movement that instituted the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution

Etymology

From Jacobin, q.v. In reference to birds, via French jacobine, from a supposed resemblance to the Dominicans' formerly standard hood or coloring. In reference to soup, via French soupe à la Jacobine.

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