de valera
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A historical figure: "de Valera" refers to Éamon de Valera, an Irish statesman and political leader.
- A surname: It is a family name of Irish origin.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- De Valera was a dominant figure in 20th-century Irish politics.
- The biography details the life and legacy of Éamon de Valera.
Advanced Usage
- "The de Valera era": refers to the period in Irish history dominated by his political influence.
- The economic policies of the de Valera era were often protectionist.
Variants and Related Words
- Dev (n): A common Irish nickname for Éamon de Valera.
- Supporters affectionately referred to him as "Dev".
Synonyms
- Statesman: A skilled, experienced, and respected political leader.
- Political leader: A person active in party politics or holding a public office.
Related Phrases
- "de Valera's constitution": refers to the Constitution of Ireland (Bunreacht na hÉireann) enacted in 1937 under his leadership.
- De Valera's constitution established the modern Irish state.
Related Idioms
- "To pull a de Valera": (Irish historical/political context, informal) To employ a shrewd, pragmatic, or sometimes obstinate political strategy, often involving a shift in position.
- Facing the new crisis, the minister was accused of pulling a de Valera with his sudden policy reversal.
Noun
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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)
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