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Meaning of "turncoat" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF TURNCOAT

turncoat  [ˈtɜːnˌkəʊt] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF TURNCOAT

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Turncoat is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES TURNCOAT MEAN IN ENGLISH?

turncoat

Turncoat

A turncoat is a person who shifts allegiance from one loyalty or ideal to another, betraying or deserting an original cause by switching to the opposing side or party. In political and social history, this is distinct of being a traitor, as the switch mostly takes place under the following circumstances: ▪ In groups, often driven by one or more leaders. ▪ When the former cause driving and benefitting the person becomes inviable or too fraught with danger.

Definition of turncoat in the English dictionary

The definition of turncoat in the dictionary is a person who deserts one cause or party for the opposite faction; renegade.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH TURNCOAT


bellcote
ˈbelˌkəʊt
bluecoat
ˈbluːˌkəʊt
coat
kəʊt
cote
kəʊt
dovecote
ˈdʌvˌkəʊt
greatcoat
ˈɡreɪtˌkəʊt
housecoat
ˈhaʊsˌkəʊt
maxicoat
ˈmæksɪˌkəʊt
overcoat
ˈəʊvəˌkəʊt
peacoat
ˈpiːˌkəʊt
petticoat
ˈpɛtɪˌkəʊt
raincoat
ˈreɪnˌkəʊt
redcoat
ˈrɛdˌkəʊt
sheepcote
ˈʃiːpˌkəʊt
shellycoat
ˈʃɛlɪˌkəʊt
surcoat
ˈsɜːˌkəʊt
topcoat
ˈtɒpˌkəʊt
undercoat
ˈʌndəˌkəʊt
waistcoat
ˈweɪsˌkəʊt
wyliecoat
ˈwaɪlɪˌkəʊt

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE TURNCOAT

turn-on
turn-up
turnable
turnabout
turnagain
turnaround
turnaround time
turnback
turnbroach
turnbuckle
turncock
turndown
turndun
turned out
turner
turneries
turnery
Turnhalle
turning
turning circle

WORDS THAT END LIKE TURNCOAT

base coat
car coat
dress coat
duffel coat
duffle coat
dust coat
duster coat
frock coat
fur coat
lab coat
mink coat
on the coat
recoat
seed coat
sport coat
sports coat
sugar-coat
tail coat
trench coat
white coat

Synonyms and antonyms of turncoat in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «TURNCOAT»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «turncoat» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of turncoat

Translation of «turncoat» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF TURNCOAT

Find out the translation of turncoat to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of turncoat from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «turncoat» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

叛徒
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

tránsfuga
570 millions of speakers

English

turncoat
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

turncoat
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

مرتد
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

перебежчик
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

vira-casaca
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

স্বমতত্যাগী
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

renégat
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Putar
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Überläufer
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

裏切り者
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

변절자
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Turncoat
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

người bỏ đảng
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

சந்தர்ப்பவாதி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

टर्नकॉट
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

dönek
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

voltagabbana
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

renegat
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

перебіжчик
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

trădător
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

αποστάτης
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

loper
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

turncoat
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

turncoat
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of turncoat

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «TURNCOAT»

The term «turncoat» is regularly used and occupies the 97.155 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «TURNCOAT» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about turncoat

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «TURNCOAT»

Discover the use of turncoat in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to turncoat and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
The Turncoat: Renegades of the Revolution
They are lovers on opposite sides of a brutal war, with everything at stake and no possibility of retreat.
Donna Thorland, 2013
2
Turncoat
Pete Simon’s all-American life was everything he ever wanted: a good home, a satisfying career, and a marriage still strong and loving after nearly twenty years.
Aaron Elkins, 2014
3
Turncoat
Fast-paced and addictive, Turncoat is the first novel of the Marc Edwards mystery series.
Don Gutteridge, 2010
4
Simon Girty Turncoat Hero: The Most Hated Man on the Early ...
The author's erudite, yet accessible style makes this book a pleasure to read and savor. Simon Girty Turncoat Hero is American history at its best.
Phillip W. Hoffman, 2009
5
Not the Religious Type: Confessions of a Turncoat Atheist
The author uses his own experiences to explore the relationship people can have with God without being religious.
Dave Schmelzer, 2008
6
The Rebellion Mysteries: Turncoat, Solemn Vows, Vital Secrets
Upper Canada is on the brink of rebellion and only one man can stop it.
Don Gutteridge, 2012
7
Lorenzo and the Turncoat
In the summer of 1779, having served as an officer in the Continental Army, eighteen-year-old Lorenzo Bannister enjoys a quieter life practicing medicine in Spanish-controlled New Orleans, until his fiancee is kidnapped and the governor of ...
Lila Guzmán, 2006
8
Turn Coat: A Novel of the Dresden Files
Jim Butcher's Breakthrough #1 New York Times bestseller The Warden Morgan has been accused of treason against the Wizards of the White Council-and there's only one final punishment for that crime.
Jim Butcher, 2009
9
An American Dream: The Life of an African American Soldier ...
For example, on July 4, the Press-Scimitar announced, "Turncoat Lands in the United States." Four days later its headline was "Korean War Turncoat Due in Memphis Tonight." The Commercial Appeal's banner challenged my veracity: " ' Loyal ...
Clarence Adams, Della Adams, Lewis H. Carlson, 2007
10
Turncoat
In the sequel to Restoration, a time loop drops Noel Kedrigan into the Revolutionary War and into a deadly battle with his evil twin, Leon, who plans to assassinate George Washington. Original.
Sean Dalton, 1994

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «TURNCOAT»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term turncoat is used in the context of the following news items.
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Ask Amy: Turncoat friend is red herring in relationship
DEAR AMY: My partner and I have been together for 16 years. About a year ago a mutual “friend” decided to end his friendship with us. He then tried to spread ... «Washington Post, Jul 15»
2
Turncoat: Chief Justice Roberts Evokes the Ire of Conservatives
Chief Justice John Roberts saved Obamacare for a second time today, fueling conservative skepticism about his commitment to straightforward and originalist ... «Town Hall, Jun 15»
3
Watch Russell Brand branded 'turncoat' and told to 'f*** off' by anti …
One protester could be heard screaming: "You're a turncoat, Brand. F*** off back to Miliband." Around 250,000 protesters gathered in central London in an ... «Mirror.co.uk, Jun 15»
4
Turncoat Democrats, Its Time to Support Obama on Trade
Progressives' campaign against the Trans-Pacific Partnership is a PR rout. But their fight against Obama's deal undermines the very causes they support. «Daily Beast, May 15»
5
Gerry Adams Denies Ordering Murder of British 'Turncoat'
In a "60 Minutes" interview on Sunday, notorious Irish politician Gerry Adams denies decades-old allegations that he was involved in the shocking murder of ... «Newsmax, Apr 15»
6
Joe O'Connor: Turncoat Eve Adams gets little recognition among her …
Reports suggest that the Conservative turncoat hopes to be the future Liberal candidate challenging federal Finance Minister Joe Oliver in the Toronto riding of ... «National Post, Feb 15»
7
'Turncoat and traitor' talk dominates Sudbury byelection
Horwath called Thibeault a “turncoat and a traitor,” and said she and Shawbonquit have been hearing a lot of cynicism at the doorstep. Voters have told them the ... «Toronto Sun, Feb 15»
8
Mob turncoat gets 12 years after copping to 5 hits
A mob turncoat who admitted to helping kill five people — including a Brooklyn cop — landed just 12 years behind bars Tuesday. And, thanks to time served, ... «New York Post, Dec 14»
9
In Nandurbar, it's all in the 'turncoat' Gavit family
After the recent split in the decades-old Congress-NCP and Shiv Sena-BJP alliances, no place in the state can beat the political opportunism on display in the ... «Indian Express, Oct 14»
10
Dems to GOP: Are you on the side of turncoat corporations, or …
House Dems are planning to push a new proposal that will challenge Republicans with a simple question: Are they willing to block corporations from shipping ... «Washington Post, Jun 14»

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