Yeomanry: meaning, definitions and examples

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yeomanry

 

[ หˆjลษ™mษ™nrฤ“ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military unit

Yeomanry refers to a historical type of military force that originated in England. Traditionally, it comprised volunteer cavalry units raised from the ranks of the gentry or rural landowners. The term conveys a sense of localism, as these units were typically formed to serve on a regional basis. Yeomanry played a significant role in local defense during times of war, especially in the 19th century. Today, it may also refer to the long-standing tradition of civil service and landownership in England.

Synonyms

cavalry, militia, volunteer army

Examples of usage

  • The yeomanry played a crucial role in the defense of the realm during the Napoleonic Wars.
  • Many members of the local yeomanry volunteered to assist in the war effort.
  • The yeomanry paraded through the town to commemorate their historic contributions.

Translations

Translations of the word "yeomanry" in other languages:

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๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Yeomanry

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ yeomanry

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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท yeomanry

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ yeomanry

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yeomanry

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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yeomanry

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ yeomanry

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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ yeomanry

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ yeomanry

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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yeomanry

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ yeomanry

Word origin

The word 'yeomanry' originates from the Middle English term 'yeoman', which referred to a man of small estate who cultivated his land and served as a soldier. This term itself derives from the Old English 'geam', meaning servant or laborer, combined with 'man', signifying a male person. It was commonly used in the 14th century to describe a class of independent landowners who were free and could engage in military service. Over time, 'yeomanry' evolved to specifically denote volunteer militia units made up of these land-owning gentry. By the 18th century, yeomanry formations became prevalent as a response to the threats of foreign invasions and domestic unrest. The tradition continued into the 20th century, reflecting the evolution of community service and support for local governance. Thus, 'yeomanry' embodies both a social class and a military tradition deeply rooted in English history.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,549, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.