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putschist

/pʌʃɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does putschist mean?

noun

A person who takes part in a coup d'état or an attempt to overthrow a government, especially one that is violent or sudden.

Example

"The putschist leaders were arrested and put on trial for their role in the failed coup."

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