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1. (n.) junto
a self-appointed committee, esp. with political aims; cabal.
Etymology: (1635–45; alter. of junta)
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| Definition of 'junto' |
Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) cabal, faction, junto, camarilla
a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) junto
a secret council to deliberate on affairs of government or politics; a number of men combined for party intrigue; a faction; a cabal; as, a junto of ministers; a junto of politicians
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The Nuttall Encyclopedia |
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1. junto
the name given to a Whig faction in the reign of William III., that for 20 years exercised a great influence in the affairs of the nation, of which Russell, Lord-Keeper Somers, and Charles Montague were the leading members.
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