Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A historical figure: "Light-Horse Harry Lee" refers to Henry Lee III, a cavalry officer in the American Revolutionary War and a Founding Father of the United States. The nickname "Light-Horse" denotes his service as a commander of light cavalry.

Usage

• The term "Light-Horse Harry Lee" is used specifically to refer to this individual, often in historical or biographical contexts. It is a compound proper name.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• The nickname "Light-Horse" is typically hyphenated when used as part of the full epithet "Light-Horse Harry Lee."

Variants and Related Words

• Henry Lee III: The formal name of the individual.
• Henry "Light-Horse Harry" Lee: An alternative presentation of the name.

Synonyms

• Henry Lee: A more general, less specific synonym.
• General Henry Lee: A synonym that includes his military rank.

Notes on Meaning

• This term has only one specific meaning: the historical person Henry Lee III (1756–1818). It is not used idiomatically or with phrasal verbs.

Noun

1. soldier of the American Revolution (1756-1818)