dunkirker

/ˈdʌŋkɜːr/ or /ˈdʌŋkrɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

People who sailed to or from the port of Dunkirk, especially during the evacuation in World War II, or a ship that participated in such an evacuation.

“The Dunkirkers played a crucial role in the Allied victory, saving thousands of soldiers from the beaches of France.”

Synonyms

  • evacuees
  • refugees
  • rescuers

Antonyms

  • invaders
  • occupiers