Meaning of JUNTO
Pronunciation: | | 'juntow
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WordNet Dictionary |
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| Definition: | | [n] a clique that seeks power usually through intrigue |
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| Synonyms: | | cabal, camarilla, faction, junta |
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| See Also: | | camp, clique, coterie, ingroup, inner circle, pack | |
Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| Definition: | | \Jun"to\, n.; pl. {Juntos}. [Sp. junto united. See
{Junta}.]
A secret council to deliberate on affairs of government or
politics; a number of men combined for party intrigue; a
faction; a cabal; as, a junto of ministers; a junto of
politicians.
The puzzling sons of party next appeared, In dark
cabals and mighty juntos met. -- Thomson.
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