Jeffersonian
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Jef·fer·so·ni·an
(jĕf′ər-sō′nē-ən)adj.
Of, relating to, or characteristic of Thomas Jefferson or his political attitudes and theories.
n.
A follower of Thomas Jefferson or a proponent of his politics.
Jef′fer·so′ni·an·ism n.
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Jef•fer•so•ni•an
(ˌdʒɛf ərˈsoʊ ni ən)adj.
1. of or pertaining to Thomas Jefferson or his political principles.
n. 2. a supporter of Thomas Jefferson or his principles.
[1790–1800]
Jef`fer•so′ni•an•ism, n.
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Noun | 1. | Jeffersonian - a follower of Thomas Jefferson or his ideas and principles follower - a person who accepts the leadership of another |
Adj. | 1. | Jeffersonian - relating to or characteristic of Thomas Jefferson or his principles or theories; "Jeffersonian democracy" |
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