Definitions

1. noun

A supporter of Leon Trotsky, a Russian revolutionary and politician, or a person advocating the overthrow of a socialist government and the re-establishment of capitalism.

“The group of Trotskyists were criticized for their views on the current government.”

2. proper noun

Leon Trotsky (1879-1940), a Russian revolutionary, politician, and the founder of the Red Army.

“Trotsky was a key figure in the Russian Revolution.”