noun
Reds
noun
1
An informal, sometimes politically loaded term for communists or communist parties.
"Cold War propaganda often warned of the reds infiltrating society."
2
A nickname for a sports team wearing red, such as Liverpool FC or the Cincinnati Reds.
"The Reds won the match 2-0 at Anfield."
How to Use Reds
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDepending on context: communists, or a sports team known by its red kit.
When to use it
The "communists" sense is dated and often carries a politically charged tone from the Cold War era.
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Cold War propaganda often warned of the _____ infiltrating society.