mutinies

Meanings

• noun

  An act of revolt or rebellion by a group of sailors or soldiers against the authority of their officers.

  - "The mutiny on the Bounty was a famous incident of rebellion by sailors against their captain."
  - "The mutinies during the Napoleonic Wars were a major problem for the British Navy."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mutinies
mutineer , conspiracy , adventure

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Variants

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mutinies , mutiny , mutinied , mutinying

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'mutinare', meaning to riot or revolt.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'mutiny' comes from the Latin word 'mutinare', meaning to riot or revolt.

2. The Mutiny Act of 1717 was one of the earliest laws in the British Navy to address the issue of mutinies.

3. The Mutiny on the Bounty was one of the most famous incidents of mutiny in history, inspiring numerous works of literature and film.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rebellion: A violent overthrow or resistance to authority or control.

2. Mutiny Act: A British law enacted in 1717 to prevent mutinies in the Royal Navy.

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Culture

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Mutinies have been a significant part of maritime history, often occurring due to poor living conditions, mistreatment, or dissatisfaction with the commanding officer. They have been depicted in numerous works of literature, including the famous novel 'Mutiny on the Bounty' by Charles Nordhoff and James Norman Hall.

How to Memorize "mutinies"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of sailors huddled together, planning their revolt against their cruel captain.
   - Visualize the chaos and confusion during a mutiny, with sailors taking control of the ship.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mutiny' with the image of a ship in turmoil.
   - Remember the term 'mutiny' is synonymous with rebellion or insurrection.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym M-U-T-I-N-Y to remember the definition: 'Mutiny is a Tumultuous Insurgency by Navy Yards.'
   - Think of the word 'mutiny' as sounding similar to the phrase 'mute the ignition' to remember its meaning.

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