â¢ REPEAL (noun). The noun REPEAL has 1 sense: 1. the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation. Familiarity information: REPEAL used as a noun is very rare. â¢ REPEAL (verb). The verb REPEAL has 1 sense: 1. annul by recalling or rescinding. Familiarity information: REPEAL used as a verb is very rare.
In January of 1980, residents decided to incorporate by an overwhelming margin. The Town of Farragut was incorporated on January 16, 1980, with the first board of Mayor and Alderman elected on April 1, 1980.
History. The Town of Farragut is named for Admiral David Glasgow Farragut (1801-1870) who was born at Campbellâs Station, the first permanent settlement by the white man west of Knoxville. After his motherâs death, Farragut spent much of his childhood living with friends.