piquet

Meanings

• noun

  A type of military formation or outpost, usually consisting of a small detachment of soldiers.

• verb

  To take a position or post, especially in a military context.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with piquet
picket , better , wetter

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Variants

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picket , piquet , piquets

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Etymology

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From French piquet, from pique 'stake, picket', probably from pic 'peak, sharp point'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'piquet' is also used in the card game of the same name.

2. The famous French military leader, Turenne, is known to have used the piquet formation effectively in several battles.

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Related Concepts

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1. military formation: A military formation is a tactical arrangement of troops, vehicles, or aircraft.

2. outpost: An outpost is a military installation located at or near the border of a country or territory, used to defend or control a strategic location.

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Culture

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In literature, 'piquet' is often used metaphorically to refer to a critical or tense situation. In art, there are paintings and sculptures depicting military piquets.

How to Memorize "piquet"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small group of soldiers standing in a defensive position, with stakes or pickets driven into the ground around them.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'piquet' with the image of a military formation or outpost.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Piquet: Pickets In Quietly Effective Tactics' to remember the definition.

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