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Taney Definition & Meaning

taney
noun
  1. United States jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court; remembered for his ruling that slaves and their descendants have no rights as citizens (1777-1864)

"Taney" in song lyrics

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  • "robert taney"
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Frequently asked questions

What does taney mean?
United States jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court; remembered for his ruling that slaves and their descendants have no rights as citizens (1777-1864)
What part of speech is taney?
Taney is a noun.

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