junta

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Noun junta has 1 sense

military junta, junta - a group of military officers who rule a country after seizing power
--₁ is a kind of clique, coterie, ingroup, inner circle, pack, camp

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Junta

Definition:

A junta refers to a group or committee, usually made up of military officials, that takes control of a government, often by force.

Sense 1:

Noun: A group of military officers or leaders who seize control of a country's government.

Example sentence: The junta overthrew the previous government and assumed power in a coup.

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Sense 2:

Noun: A clique or faction that holds influential power or authority in a particular organization or society.

Example sentence: The CEO formed a tight junta within the company, making all the major decisions.

Sense 3:

Noun: A council or committee appointed to oversee or manage a specific task or area.

Example sentence: The environmental junta was formed to address the pressing issues related to pollution and conservation.

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Sense 4:

Noun: A group of people conspiring together secretly.

Example sentence: The anti-government junta plotted in the shadows to organize protests and bring about change.

Sense 5:

Noun: In historical context, the Spanish term "junta" referred to a provincial government in Spain during the Napoleonic era.

Example sentence: The juntas in various provinces resisted French occupation and fought for independence.