Burgoyne

/ˌbʌrˈgɔɪn/
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Other forms: Burgoynes

Definitions of Burgoyne
  1. noun
    British general in the American Revolution who captured Fort Ticonderoga but lost the battle of Saratoga in 1777 (1722-1792)
    synonyms: Gentleman Johnny, John Burgoyne
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    full general, general
    a general officer of the highest rank
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