Lafayette
Definition
Proper noun 1. A person: Marquis de Lafayette (1757-1834), a French aristocrat and military officer who fought for the United States in the American Revolutionary War and became a key figure in the French Revolution. 2. A place: A city in the U.S. state of Indiana, located on the Wabash River and known as the home of Purdue University. 3. A place: A city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, known as the heart of Acadiana (Cajun country).
Usage Examples
- Person:
- Lafayette was a close friend and trusted advisor to General George Washington.
- The contributions of the Marquis de Lafayette were honored by many American cities naming streets after him.
- Place (Indiana):
- Lafayette, Indiana, is a major commercial and educational hub for the region.
- She moved to Lafayette to study engineering at Purdue University.
- Place (Louisiana):
- Lafayette, Louisiana, is famous for its vibrant Cajun and Creole culture and cuisine.
- The festival in Lafayette attracts visitors from all over the country.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Reference: The name is often used metonymically to represent French assistance during the American Revolution.
- Without the aid of Lafayette and France, the war's outcome might have been different.
- Cultural Reference: In Louisiana, "Lafayette" is synonymous with the center of Acadian (Cajun) heritage.
- For an authentic Cajun experience, you must visit Lafayette.
Variants and Related Words
- Lafayettian (adj., informal): Pertaining to Lafayette, Indiana.
- The Lafayettian community strongly supports the local team.
- Lafayette Parish: The governmental division in Louisiana containing the city of Lafayette.
Synonyms
- For the person: Marquis de Lafayette, the "Hero of Two Worlds".
- For the place (IN): Home of Purdue University.
- For the place (LA): The heart of Acadiana.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "A friend of Lafayette": (Historical) Used to describe someone who was a staunch supporter of the American cause during the Revolution.
- "From Lafayette to Yorktown": A phrase referencing his significant military campaign from his arrival in America to the final decisive battle.
Noun
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a university town in west central Indiana on the Wabash River
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a town in south central Louisiana; settled by Acadians
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French soldier who served under George Washington in the American Revolution (1757-1834)
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