Trooper: meaning, definitions and examples

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trooper

 

[ หˆtruหpษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military

A trooper is a soldier in a cavalry unit or a member of a police force, especially a mounted police officer.

Synonyms

cavalryman, mounted police officer, soldier

Examples of usage

  • The trooper rode on horseback through the battlefield.
  • The trooper patrolled the streets on his horse.
  • The trooper was known for his bravery and dedication.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A trooper is a person who deals with difficulties or hardships in a brave and determined way.

Synonyms

brave person, fighter, resilient individual

Examples of usage

  • She's a real trooper, always facing challenges with a smile.
  • Despite the setbacks, he continued to work like a trooper.
  • The team showed their trooper spirit in the face of adversity.

Translations

Translations of the word "trooper" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น soldado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅˆเคจเคฟเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Soldat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ prajurit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพะปะดะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลผoล‚nierz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ…ตๅฃซ (ใธใ„ใ—)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท soldat

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ soldado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท asker

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณ‘์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌู†ุฏูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vojรกk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vojak

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฃซๅ…ต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vojak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hermaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐัƒั‹ะฝะณะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒกแƒ™แƒแƒชแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™sgษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ soldado

Word origin

The word 'trooper' originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the word 'troop' with the addition of the suffix '-er'. Initially used to refer to a soldier in a cavalry unit, it later expanded to include members of police forces. The term evolved to also describe individuals who demonstrate courage and perseverance in the face of challenges, highlighting their brave and determined nature.

See also: paratrooper, paratroopers, troop, troops.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,646, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.