"rebel yell" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: rebel yells [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|~}} rebel yell (countable and uncountable, plural rebel yells)
  1. A cry used by Confederate troops in the American Civil War, to intimidate Union troops. Wikipedia link: rebel yell Tags: countable, uncountable Categories (topical): American Civil War, Vocalizations

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