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prohibitionist

 

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Noun prohibitionist has 1 sense
  1. dry, prohibitionist - a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages
    --1 is a kind of reformer, reformist, crusader, meliorist
    --1 has particulars:
     Nation, Carry Nation, Carry Amelia Moore Nation; Willard, Frances Elizabeth Caroline Willard

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Prohibitionist

Definition:

A prohibitionist is a person who advocates or supports the prohibition of a specific activity, especially the sale or consumption of alcohol.

Senses:

  1. Noun: A person who actively supports the prohibition of a specific activity, particularly the sale or consumption of alcohol.
  2. Adjective: Relating to or supporting the prohibition of a specific activity, especially the sale or consumption of alcohol.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The prohibitionists campaigned for stricter laws against alcohol in the early 20th century.
  2. As a committed prohibitionist, she refused to attend events where alcohol was being served.
  3. His prohibitionist views influenced his decision to vote against the proposed liquor license.

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