noun Download 🔗Share (UK politics) A member or supporter of the Conservative Party, which evolved from Royalist politicians; historically associated with upholding the rights of the monarchy and the privileges of the established Church. Examples : ""The Tories are currently the ruling party in the UK, leading the government and implementing their policies." " politics government history royal nation state Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (by extension) One who is like a British Tory; someone politically conservative. Examples : "My grandfather is a staunch believer in traditional values and small government; many would describe him as one of the last true Tories in our town. " politics government history Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (Canadian politics) A member or supporter of the Conservative Party of Canada, one of that party's predecessors, or an affiliated provincial political party. Examples : "During the last election, my neighbour proudly displayed a sign in his yard, showing his support for the Tories. " politics government nation Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A member of the political factions that sought to prevent the exclusion of James, Duke of York from the throne of England in the 17th century. Examples : "During the Exclusion Crisis, many families were divided, with some members supporting the Whigs and others remaining loyal Tories, backing James, Duke of York's right to inherit the throne. " politics government history royal nation state Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share An Irish rebel fighting against English rule at the end of the Confederate War and Cromwellian invasion; later extended to other rebels or bandits. Examples : "During the chaotic years after the Cromwellian invasion, many Irish people joined bands of Tories in the mountains, resisting English rule with guerilla tactics. " history politics war nation group Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (American Revolution) A loyal British subject. Examples : "During the American Revolution, many Tories faced persecution for remaining loyal to the British crown. " history politics government nation war Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (American Civil War, Confederate states) A Union sympathizer. Examples : "During the Civil War in some Confederate towns, people secretly helped Union soldiers, and they were sometimes called Tories by their neighbors. " history war politics government nation state Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading