CLIVE

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (noun) 

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Meaning:

British general and statesman whose victory at Plassey in 1757 strengthened British control of India (1725-1774)

Synonyms:

Baron Clive; Baron Clive of Plassey; Clive; Robert Clive

Classified under:

Nouns denoting people

Instance hypernyms:

full general; general (a general officer of the highest rank)

national leader; solon; statesman (a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs)

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