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Definition of democrat

democrat

/ˈdɛm.ə.kræt/
Adverb:democratically
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Plural:democrats
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Adjective:democratic
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• noun

1

American A member or supporter of the Democratic Party in the United States (usually capitalized).

Example

"The state senator is a moderate Democrat who frequently collaborates with lawmakers across the aisle."

2

An advocate or supporter of democracy as a system of government or as a principle of social equality.

Example

"As a lifelong democrat, she firmly believed that every citizen should have an equal voice in shaping public policy."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 18th century from French démocrate, created during the French Revolution as a back-formation from démocratie, which derives from Ancient Greek dēmokratía ('rule by the people').

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