Mutiny
/ˈmjuː.tɪ.ni/noun
An open rebellion against the proper authorities, especially by soldiers or sailors.
Did you know?In ancient contexts, mutinies were often seen as a sign of divine displeasure, linking rebellion to cosmic forces at play.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
mutinĭa
“a change or alteration, often implying disorder.”
Old French
Old French
mutiner
“to rebel, to revolt, especially in a military context.”
Early Modern English
English
mutiny
“rebellion or revolt among troops or sailors.”
17th Century
English
mutiny
“a concerted uprising against authority, particularly in naval or military settings.”