Oliverian

1 of 2

noun

Ol·​i·​ve·​ri·​an
ˌäləˈvirēən
plural -s
: an adherent or partisan of Oliver Cromwell

Oliverian

2 of 2

adjective

: cromwellian

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Oliver Cromwell †1658 English general and statesman + English -ian

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“Oliverian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Oliverian. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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