samuel huntington
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Definition
Proper noun 1. An American revolutionary leader: Samuel Huntington was a political figure who played a significant role in the American Revolution, notably as a signer of the Declaration of Independence and as President of the Continental Congress.
Examples of Usage
- Samuel Huntington is remembered as a Founding Father of the United States.
- The leadership of Samuel Huntington was crucial during the ratification of the Articles of Confederation.
- A biography details the life and contributions of Samuel Huntington.
Advanced Usage
- Historical reference: The name is used in historical and academic contexts to refer to this specific 18th-century figure, distinguishing him from others with the same name.
- The letter was addressed to Samuel Huntington in his capacity as President of Congress.
Variants and Related Words
- Huntingtonian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Samuel Huntington or his ideas (though this is rare and more commonly associated with the political scientist of the same name).
- The Huntingtonian signature is on the historic document.
Synonyms
- Founding Father
- American revolutionary leader
- Statesman
Notes on Different Meanings
This entry refers specifically to Samuel Huntington (1731–1796), the American revolutionary. It should not be confused with Samuel P. Huntington (1927–2008), the 20th-century political scientist known for his work "The Clash of Civilizations."
Noun
- American revolutionary leader who signed the Declaration of Independence and was president of the Continental Congress (1731-1796)