patriot Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun one who loves and defends his or her country
nationalist.
WordNet
Pa"tri*ot noun
Etymology
F.Definitions
One who loves his country, and zealously supports its authority and interests. Bp. Hall.Such tears as patriots shaed for dying laws. Pope.
Pa"tri*ot adjective
Definitions
Becoming to a patriot; patriotic.