Stampeder Meaning in English
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Definition
A stampeder is a person who takes part in a rush or a sudden, excited movement of people to a place, especially during historical gold rushes.
Usage & Nuances
'Stampeder' is most commonly used in historical contexts, especially related to North American gold rushes. Rare in modern speech. Don't confuse with 'stampede' (the event or action) or 'stamper' (a tool or person that stamps).
Example Sentences
The stampeders hurried to the gold fields in Alaska.
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Each stampeder carried supplies on his back.
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Many stampeders never found any gold.
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I'm reading a book about a young stampeder who braved the Klondike.
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In those days, being a stampeder meant risking everything for a chance at fortune.
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Not every stampeder made it through the harsh northern winter.
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