luddite in English dictionary

  • Luddite

    Meanings and definitions of "luddite"

    • Any of a group of early 19th century English textile workers who destroyed machinery because it would harm their livelihood.
    • (by extension, pejorative) Someone who opposes technological change.
    • noun
      Any of a group of early 19th century English textile workers who destroyed machinery because it would harm their livelihood.
    • noun
      (by extension, pejorative)
      Someone who opposes technological change.
    • 19th century textile worker who destroyed machinery
    • one opposing technological change
    • noun
      any opponent of technological progress
    • noun
      one of the 19th century English workmen who destroyed laborsaving machinery that they thought would cause unemployment

    Grammar and declension of luddite

    • Luddite ( plural  Luddites)
    • Luddite (plural Luddites)
  • luddite

    Synonyms of "luddite" in English dictionary

    opposer, opponent, resister are the top synonyms of "luddite" in the English thesaurus.

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