tammany
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Definition
Proper noun * Tammany: A specific political organization that operated as a powerful faction within the Democratic Party in New York City, particularly from the late 19th to the early 20th century. It is historically characterized by its use of corruption, patronage, and a hierarchical, boss-led system to maintain political control.
Usage
- Tammany is used as a proper noun to refer to this specific historical organization, often called Tammany Hall. It is typically used in historical, political, or sociological contexts to discuss urban political machines, corruption, and party politics in American history.
- Example: The power of Tammany was finally broken by reform movements in the mid-20th century.
- Example: Many immigrants relied on the patronage system of Tammany Hall for jobs and assistance.
Advanced Usage
- By extension: The name "Tammany" or "Tammany Hall" is often used as a metonym or a symbol for any political organization perceived as corrupt, boss-controlled, and reliant on patronage.
- Example: Critics accused the new administration of running a Tammany Hall-style operation.
Variants and Related Words
- Tammany Hall: The more complete and common name for the organization, derived from the name of its headquarters building.
- Tammanyite (noun, historical): A member or supporter of Tammany Hall.
- Tammanyism (noun): The practices, methods, or political system associated with Tammany Hall.
Synonyms
- Political machine: A party organization that commands enough votes to maintain political and administrative control.
- Party bossism: A system where control is exercised by a small, unelected leadership group.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Tammany Hall tactics: Refers to strategies involving corruption, vote-buying, and patronage.
- Example: The election was marred by allegations of Tammany Hall tactics.
Noun
- a political organization within the Democratic Party in New York City (late 1800's and early 1900's) seeking political control by corruption and bossism