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    Masaniello (en. Masaniello)

    /ma.za.njɛ.lo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A leader of a popular uprising, particularly in the Neapolitan context.
    The masaniello movement marked the history of Naples.
    Le mouvement masaniello a marqué l'histoire de Naples.
    A symbol of the struggle against oppression.
    She felt like a masaniello in her quest for justice.
    Elle se sentait comme un masaniello dans sa quête pour la justice.

    Etymology

    From the name of Masaniello, a famous uprising leader in Naples in the 17th century.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To be a masaniello
    Means to be a leader of the revolt or a defender of the oppressed.
    Être un masaniello
    To make a masaniello
    To act in a way that incites a revolt or resistance.
    Faire un masaniello
    Modern-day masaniello
    A reference to someone who defends rights and freedoms in a contemporary context.
    Masaniello des temps modernes

    Related Words

    revolt
    The act of resisting authority.
    révolte
    insurrection
    Organized uprising against the established power.
    insurrection
    popular
    Related to the people, to the masses of citizens.
    populaire

    Slang Meanings

    An individual who fights for their rights
    He became a masaniello, defending the cause of workers.
    Il est devenu un masaniello, défendant la cause des travailleurs.
    A person who incites revolt
    He is a masaniello, always encouraging others to protest.
    C'est un masaniello, toujours à encourager les autres à protester.