Jack·so·ni·an

(jăk-sō′nē-ən)

adj.

Of or relating to Andrew Jackson, his concepts of popular government, or his presidency.

Jack·so′ni·an n.

Jack·so′ni·an·ism n.

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Jacksonian

(dʒækˈsəʊnɪən)

adj

(Historical Terms) of or relating to a person surnamed Jackson, esp Andrew Jackson

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Jack•so•ni•an

(dʒækˈsoʊ ni ən)

adj.

1. of or pertaining to Andrew Jackson or his ideas, political principles, etc.

2. a follower of Andrew Jackson or his ideas.

[1815–25, Amer.]

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Noun	1.	Jacksonian - a follower of Andrew Jackson or his ideas follower - a person who accepts the leadership of another
Adj.	1.	Jacksonian - of or pertaining to Andrew Jackson or his presidency or his concepts of popular democracy

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