First Duke of Wellington

Definitions of First Duke of Wellington
  1. noun
    British general and statesman; he defeated Napoleon at Waterloo; subsequently served as Prime Minister (1769-1852)
    synonyms: Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, Iron Duke, Wellington
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    full general, general
    a general officer of the highest rank
    national leader, solon, statesman
    a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs
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