freedom fighter
nounUK /ˈfriː.dəm ˌfaɪ.tər/
US /ˈfriː.dəm ˌfaɪ.tɚ/
A freedom fighter is a person who fights to make their country or people free.
The freedom fighter helped his country become independent.
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2. A person who takes part in an armed struggle against a government or army, often seen as a hero by supporters.
Many freedom fighters were jailed for their beliefs.
3. Someone who works hard to protect people's rights and freedoms without using weapons.
She was a freedom fighter for equal rights in her town.
4. A member of a group that resists outside control of their land.
The freedom fighters hid in the hills and planned their next move.