(~s)
1.
A ~ was a member of a British political party in the 18th and 19th centuries that was in favour of political and social changes. (BRIT)
N-COUNT
2.
In the American Revolution, a ~ was an American who supported the revolution against the British. (AM)
N-COUNT
3.
A ~ was a member of an American political party in the 19th century that wanted to limit the powers of the President. (AM)
N-COUNT