| 1. | members of a conservative or reactionary political party, or those opposing extensive political reform. |
| 2. | such a political party or a group of such parties. |
| 3. | that part of a political or social organization advocating a conservative or reactionary position: The union's right wing favored a moderate course of action. |
| right wing n.
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A descriptive term for conservative or reactionary political views, particularly those supporting the current social order or calling for a return to an earlier order. Right-wing groups are sometimes known collectively as the Right. (Compare left-wing.)
A descriptive term for an individual or a political faction that advocates very conservative policies. Right-wing groups generally support free enterprise. In the United States, the right wing generally argues for a strong national defense program and opposes federal involvement in promoting social welfare. (Compare left-wing.)
Note: Although both major political parties in the United States have right-wing factions, right-wing policies are usually associated with the Republican party.