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squatter sovereignty

noun

, U.S. History.
  1. (used contemptuously by its opponents) popular sovereignty ( def 2 ).


squatter sovereignty

noun

  1. a derogatory term for popular sovereignty
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of squatter sovereignty1

An Americanism dating back to 1850–55
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Example Sentences

We know how the Senator stands upon popular or squatter sovereignty.

Then opened the roar of loose declamation in favour of Squatter Sovereignty and sacred right of self-government.

And this great power, transferred from Congress to these few settlers, was hailed by the new-fangled name of Squatter Sovereignty.

One of the political doctrines of Mr. Douglas was called "Squatter Sovereignty."

Then opened the roar of loose declamation in favor of "squatter sovereignty," and "sacred right of self-government."

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