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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

turncoats

/ˈtɜːrnkoʊt/ noun · British & US
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What does turncoats mean?

noun

People who have changed their allegiance, especially from a political party or cause to another, often in order to gain advantage or protection.

Example

"The politician was accused of being a turncoat for switching parties just before the election."

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