Lucy Stone
Definition
Proper noun A United States feminist and suffragist (1818-1893). Lucy Stone was a prominent orator, abolitionist, and a leading figure in the women's rights movement in the 19th century. She is noted for keeping her birth name after marriage, a practice later known as "Lucy Stoners."
Usage
The term "Lucy Stone" is used to refer to the historical figure herself. * As a key organizer of the first National Women's Rights Convention, Lucy Stone helped shape the early movement. * The biography details the life and activism of Lucy Stone.
Advanced Usage
- "Lucy Stoner": A term derived from her name, used historically to describe a married woman who retains her birth surname.
- She was a Lucy Stoner long before the practice became more common.
Variants and Related Words
- Lucy Stoner (noun): A married woman who keeps her maiden name.
Synonyms
- Suffragist
- Feminist
- Abolitionist
- Reformer
Related Phrases/Idioms
- To be a Lucy Stone: To advocate for women's rights, particularly in the tradition of Lucy Stone's activism.
- Her commitment to equality showed she was truly a Lucy Stone at heart.
Noun
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United States feminist and suffragist (1818-1893)
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