troop
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/truːp/
group of soldiers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'troop' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'troupe', where 'troupe' meant 'company or band'.
Historical Evolution
'troupe' changed from the Old French word 'troupe' and eventually became the modern English word 'troop'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'company or band', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a group of soldiers or people'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a group of soldiers, especially a cavalry unit commanded by a captain, or an airborne unit.
The troop was deployed to the front lines.
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Noun 2
a group of people or animals of a particular kind.
A troop of monkeys swung through the trees.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40