Cavalryman: meaning, definitions and examples

๐ŸŽ
Add to dictionary

cavalryman

 

[ หˆkรฆvษ™lrimษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military

A cavalryman is a soldier who fights on horseback. They are specially trained to ride and fight on horseback, often wielding swords, spears, or firearms.

Synonyms

equestrian, horseman, rider.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

arrow down
Word Description / Examples
cavalryman

Like 'cavalryman', it is used to refer to soldiers who are part of a cavalry unit. Sometimes used interchangeably with 'cavalryman'.

  • The cavalryman was decorated for his bravery in the field.
  • A group of cavalrymen rode into the village.
horseman

A general term for someone who rides a horse, can be used in both professional and casual settings.

  • The horseman guided his steed through the rocky terrain with ease.
  • He was known as a skilled horseman in the local community.
equestrian

Used to describe someone involved in horse riding, particularly in a professional or competitive context.

  • She is an accomplished equestrian, having won several dressage competitions.
  • The equestrian club held its annual show jumping event last weekend.
rider

A broad term that refers to anyone who rides a horse, may also be used for riding other animals or vehicles.

  • The rider carefully dismounted from her horse.
  • A group of riders galloped across the field.

Examples of usage

  • He was a skilled cavalryman, leading his troops into battle.
  • The cavalryman charged towards the enemy, ready to engage in combat.

Translations

Translations of the word "cavalryman" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cavaleiro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เฅเคกเคผเคธเคตเคพเคฐ เคธเฅˆเคจเคฟเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kavallerist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penunggang kuda

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐะฒะฐะปะตั€ะธัั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kawalerzysta

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้จŽๅ…ต

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cavalier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ jinete

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรผvari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐ๋ณ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุงุฑุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jezdec

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jazdec

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ช‘ๅ…ต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ konjenik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ riddari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐะปั‚ ะฐั‚ั‚ั‹ ัะฐั€ะฑะฐะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ•แƒแƒšแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒกแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรผvari

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ jinete

Etymology

The term 'cavalryman' originated in the 16th century and was derived from the French word 'cavalerie', meaning horsemen. Cavalry has played a significant role in military history, providing speed and mobility on the battlefield. Throughout the centuries, cavalrymen have been essential for reconnaissance, shock attacks, and pursuing fleeing enemies.