irgun

ˈɪərɡən

Definitions

1. noun

A Jewish paramilitary organization that operated in Palestine from 1937 to 1948, aiming to bring about the establishment of a Jewish state.

“The Irgun played a significant role in the 1948 Arab-Israeli War.”

Synonyms

  • Lehi
  • Stern Gang

Antonyms

  • Arab Nationalist Movement
  • Palestine Liberation Organization