Meaning of monster meeting | Babel Free

Definitions

A mass public demonstration, especially one of those held in Ireland in 1843–45 demanding the repeal of the union with Great Britain.

Ireland, UK, archaic, historical

Examples

“Monster meetings were held throughout the country, at which O’Connell addressed vast multitudes, stimulating exertion, inspiring enthusiasm, kindling hope.”

“The Monster meetings were signally characterised by an utter absence of both drink and disorder.”

“They summoned for 10 April 1848 a monster meeting which should march from Kennington Common to the House of Commons and present a petition said to contain five million signatures.”

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