Battalions: meaning, definitions and examples

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battalions

 

[ bəˈtæliənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military

A large body of troops ready for battle.

Synonyms

army, soldiers, troops

Examples of usage

  • The commander led his battalions into the battlefield.
  • The battalions marched in formation towards the enemy.
  • The battalions were well-equipped and well-trained for the mission.
Context #2 | Noun

organization

A large organized group of people working together towards a common goal.

Synonyms

force, group, team

Examples of usage

  • The company formed battalions to tackle the project.
  • The battalions of volunteers worked tirelessly to help those in need.
  • The political party mobilized its battalions for the upcoming election.

Translations

Translations of the word "battalions" in other languages:

🇵🇹 batalhões

🇮🇳 बटालियनें

🇩🇪 Bataillone

🇮🇩 batalyon

🇺🇦 батальйони

🇵🇱 bataliony

🇯🇵 大隊 (だいたい)

🇫🇷 bataillons

🇪🇸 batallones

🇹🇷 taburlar

🇰🇷 대대 (대대들)

🇸🇦 كتائب

🇨🇿 prapory

🇸🇰 prápory

🇨🇳 营 (yíng)

🇸🇮 bataljoni

🇮🇸 herdeildir

🇰🇿 батальондар

🇬🇪 ბატალიონები

🇦🇿 batalyonlar

🇲🇽 batallones

Etymology

The term 'battalions' originated from the French word 'bataillon', which in turn comes from the Italian 'battaglione', meaning 'battle'. Battalions have been a key unit in military organizations throughout history, dating back to ancient times. They have played crucial roles in battles and wars, showcasing the strength and unity of a collective force.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,187, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.