Eamon de Valera
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Irish statesman and political leader: Eamon de Valera was a prominent Irish political figure, born in the United States, who played a central role in Ireland's struggle for independence and its subsequent political development. He served as a key leader in the Irish Republican movement, was President of the Irish Free State, and later served as Taoiseach (Prime Minister) and President of Ireland.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Eamon de Valera was a dominant figure in 20th-century Irish politics.
- The policies of Eamon de Valera shaped modern Ireland.
- Historians often debate the legacy of Eamon de Valera.
Advanced Usage
- "de Valera's Ireland": used to describe the period of Irish history or the societal model associated with his leadership and political vision.
- The book examines the social conservatism of de Valera's Ireland.
Variants and Related Words
- Dev (n): A common nickname for Eamon de Valera.
- The speech was pure Dev—long, philosophical, and uncompromising.
Synonyms
- Statesman: A skilled, experienced, and respected political leader.
- Political leader: A person active in party politics or holding a government office.
Related Phrases
- The Long Fellow: An informal nickname for Eamon de Valera, referring to his tall stature.
- The Long Fellow addressed the crowd from the steps of the GPO.
Noun
- Irish statesman (born in the United States); as president of the Irish Free State he was responsible for the new constitution of 1937 that created the state of Eire (1882-1975)