An American slang term for the Confederate States of America, used historically in a personification of the South similar to the way 'Uncle Sam' represents the United States.
An American slang term for the Confederate States of America, used historically in a personification of the South similar to the way 'Uncle Sam' represents the United States. The term is now primarily historical and appears in period documents and Civil War-era discourse.
The Northern press mocked Cousin Sally's pretensions to becoming a great power.
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(British, slang) A nickname for the Salvation Army.
(US, slang, derogatory) Confederate (with implications of white supremacist leanings).
(informal, US) The Southern United States, especially the former Confederate States.
(, figurative, chiefly, UK) A figure drawing criticism or ridicule, especially when prejudiced or unwarranted.
(US, slang) The Confederate States of America.
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