MUTINY

Mutiny

Mutiny is a conspiracy among a group of individuals to openly oppose, change or overthrow an authority to which they are subject. The term is commonly used for a rebellion among members of the military against their superior officer, but can also occasionally refer to any type of rebellion against an authority figure.

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mutiny

Noun

  1. organized rebellion against a legally constituted authority; especially by seamen against their officers
  2. Violent commotion; tumult; strife.

Verb

  1. To commit mutiny.
    The crew of the Bounty mutinied because of the harsh discipline of Captain Bligh.


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