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Definition of Battle of the Little Bighorn
1. Noun. A battle in Montana near the Little Bighorn River between United States cavalry under Custer and several groups of Native Americans (1876); Custer was pursuing Sioux led by Sitting Bull; Custer underestimated the size of the Sioux forces (which were supported by Cheyenne warriors) and was killed along with all his command.
Exact synonyms: Battle Of Little Bighorn, Custer's Last Stand, Little Bighorn
Generic synonyms: Butchery, Carnage, Mass Murder, Massacre, Slaughter
Geographical relationships: Montana, Mt, Treasure State
Generic synonyms: Butchery, Carnage, Mass Murder, Massacre, Slaughter
Geographical relationships: Montana, Mt, Treasure State