American Revolution Terminology

noun a British soldier, especially a member of the British army during the American Revolution

adjective describing something related to or characteristic of a British soldier or the British army during the American Revolution

• The redcoat soldiers marched in formation during the historical reenactment.
• I saw a group of redcoats at the Revolutionary War event.
• The redcoats were looking sharp in their uniforms.
• She's always been a redcoat for the company, always loyal and dedicated.