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loyalist

noun [C]
 
 
/ˈlɔɪ.ə.lɪst/

Definition

a person or group that strongly supports the government or ruler in power: The rebel forces have been repeatedly attacked by loyalist troops.Government administration and organisationLoyal, faithful and dependable
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