battalion

Meanings

• noun

  A large organized body of soldiers, usually consisting of several companies.

  - "The battalion advanced towards the enemy line."
  - "The battalion was ordered to retreat."
  - "The battalion was decimated during the battle."

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Synonyms

heap , horde , load , mass , pile , swathe

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Variants

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battalion , battalions

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Etymology

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From Old French batailjon, battalia, from battaile, a battle.

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Trivia

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1. A battalion is typically led by a lieutenant colonel.

2. The term battalion originated from the Latin word for battle, 'battalia'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Company: A military unit typically consisting of around 100 soldiers and led by a captain.

2. Regiment: A military unit consisting of several battalions, typically around 3,000 to 5,000 soldiers.

3. Brigade: A military unit consisting of several regiments, typically around 5,000 to 15,000 soldiers.

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Culture

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In military contexts, a battalion is a large military unit, typically consisting of several companies. It is a common unit of organization for infantry, artillery, and armored forces.

How to Memorize "battalion"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large group of soldiers, organized into companies, marching in formation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the military and the concept of a large organized group of soldiers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Big Battalions Have Many Animals' to remember the meaning of battalion.

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