"Benedict Arnold" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: Benedict Arnolds [plural]
Etymology: From Benedict Arnold, famous for betraying the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Benedict Arnold (plural Benedict Arnolds)
  1. (US) A traitor. Wikipedia link: Benedict Arnold Tags: US Categories (topical): Historical events, Individuals, People Synonyms: quisling

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