Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A historical figure: David Crockett refers to a 19th-century American frontiersman, folk hero, and politician from Tennessee. He is famously known for his role in the Texas Revolution and his death at the Battle of the Alamo.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • David Crockett became a legendary figure in American history.
  • Many stories are told about the adventures of David Crockett on the frontier.

Advanced Usage

• "The spirit of David Crockett": used to symbolize frontier independence, bravery, or self-reliance.
  • He faced the challenge with the spirit of David Crockett.

Variants and Related Words

• Davy Crockett (n): A common nickname for David Crockett.
  • The ballad of Davy Crockett is a famous folk song.

Synonyms

• Frontiersman: A man living on the frontier, especially one skilled in outdoor survival.
• Folk hero: A person who is widely admired and remembered in popular culture for their deeds.

Related Phrases

• "Remember the Alamo!": A famous battle cry associated with the conflict in which David Crockett died, often invoked to symbolize heroic last stands.
  • The team, facing elimination, played with a "Remember the Alamo!" attitude.

Noun

1. United States frontiersman and Tennessee politician who died at the siege of the Alamo (1786-1836)