26984 words

army

6 definitions • 9 examples
1
a particular country's fighting force:

Examples:

When did you join the army?
He has decided on a career in the British Army.
The army was/were called out to enforce the curfew.
2
a military force that has the training and equipment to fight on land:

Examples:

Both the armies suffered heavy losses in the battle.
The minister is believed to have been killed by the rebel army.
3
a large group of people who are involved in a particular activity:

Examples:

She brought an army of supporters with her.
4
the supporters of a football team, especially ones who travel to games in different towns, cities, or countries:

Examples:

Scotland's 1 - 0 victory over France gave the Tartan Army something to celebrate.
5
a military force, usually belonging to a country, that has the training and equipment to fight on land:

Examples:

She decided to join the army.
6
An army is also any large group:

Examples:

An army of bystanders watched the film crew work.

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