单词 | CABAL |
释义 | A small association for the purpose of intrigue; an intrigue. This name was given to that ministry in the reign of Charles II. formed by Clifford, Ashley, Buckingham, Arlington, and Lauderdale, who concerted a scheme for the restoration of popery. The initials of these five names form the word “cabal;” hence the appellation. Hume, Hist. Eng. ix. 09. |
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