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minuteman

/ˈmɪnjʊtmən/ noun · British & US
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What does minuteman mean?

noun

A member of a colonial militia in the American Revolution, who was required to be ready to fight at a minute's notice. A person who is prepared to take action at a moment's notice.

Example

"The minutemen were instrumental in the Battle of Lexington and Concord."

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