Die-hard

adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of diehard. alt-of, alternative
Adjective
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of diehard. alt-of, alternative

    "And the kaleidescope ^([sic]) of distinctive colours sported by the spotlessly-maintained diesels of many different railways in the great Union stations of cities like Washington and St. Louis must have some thrills even for the most die-hard steam enthusiast."

Adjective
  1. 1
    tradition-bound and obstinately opinionated wordnet

Synonyms

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backwardconservativefogyishold lineold-fashionedorthodox

Example

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"For die-hard advocates of free markets and limited government, the abrupt change in direction is horrifying."

Etymology

Deverbal from die hard.

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