I. ˈləˌdīt noun
( -s )
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Ned Ludd + English -ite
: a member of a group of early 19th century English workmen engaged in attempting to prevent the use of laborsaving machinery by destroying it
II. noun
Usage: usually capitalized
: one who is opposed to change and especially to technological change
• ludd·ite ˈləˌdīt adjective , usually capitalized