custer

/ˈkʌstər/

Definitions

1. noun

A surname, or a variant of it, referring to a person, especially one associated with George Armstrong Custer, an American cavalry officer.

“He was a direct descendant of the famous Custer family.”

2. proper noun

A specific reference to George Armstrong Custer or the Battle of Little Bighorn.

“The Custer monument stands as a reminder of the tragic events that took place.”

3. verb

To defeat or overwhelm an opponent in a decisive manner.

“The team custered the opposing side, winning the game with a landslide victory.”

4. verb (transitive)

To surround or attack an opponent with a superior force, often leading to a decisive defeat.

“The general’s strategy was to custer the enemy lines, catching them off guard.”

Synonyms

  • crush
  • defeat
  • overwhelm

Antonyms

  • triumph
  • victory