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Meaning of Johnny Reb | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Synonym of Confederate: a citizen of the Confederate States of America, particularly a Confederate soldier.
colloquial, historical
Synonym of Confederate States of America.
figuratively

Examples

“When Lincoln heard the news about the fall, All the folks thought he'd throw a great vict'ry ball, But he asked the band to play the song "Dixie" For you, Johnny Reb, and all that you believe.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

Johnny rook Johnny Turk Johnny-come-lately Johnny-jump-up Johnny-on-the-spot Johnny-one-note