Synonyms for

Minutemen

Verb / ˈmɪnʌˌtmen / Another word for minutemen — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Minutemen refers to members of the American colonial militia who were ready to fight at a minute's notice during the Revolutionary War.

Synonyms & similar words

minuteman volunteers militiamen patriots fighters defenders soldiers resisters warriors guardians protectors combatants battlers warriors defenders fighters guards militants revolutionaries rebels insurgents

Example sentences

  1. The minutemen were ready to fight for their freedom.
  2. The minutemen were called to action when the British soldiers arrived.
  3. The minutemen bravely stood up against the enemy.
  4. The minutemen were heroes of the Revolutionary War.
  5. The minutemen were proud defenders of their country.

Quotes

  • The shot heard 'round the world. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • Give me liberty or give me death. - Patrick Henry
  • We hold these truths to be self-evident. - Thomas Jefferson

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