Meaning of the word partisan in English

What does partisan mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

partisan

US /ˈpɑːr.t̬ə.zən/
UK /ˌpɑː.tɪˈzæn/
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Noun

a strong supporter of a party, cause, or person

Example:
The senator's speech was clearly aimed at rallying his partisans.
During the war, partisans fought behind enemy lines.

Adjective

prejudiced in favor of a particular cause

Example:
The newspaper was criticized for its partisan reporting.
It's hard to get an unbiased opinion from such a partisan group.