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dragoons Definition and Meaning in English (dragoons definition)

noun
Synonyms:cavalrymentroopershorse soldiers
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Dragoons definition: Historically, dragoons were a type of mounted infantry who rode horses to battle but dismounted to fight on foot.

Definitions of Dragoons

  1. 1noun

    Historically, dragoons were a type of mounted infantry who rode horses to battle but dismounted to fight on foot.

  2. 2verb

    To force or coerce someone into a particular action or situation, often against their will.

Example Sentences

historical

“The dragoons charged across the field, their sabers glinting in the sun.”

casual

“He was dragooned into joining the committee against his wishes.”

Synonyms

cavalrymentroopershorse soldiers

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infinitivedragoon
past tensedragooned
present participledragooning
noundragoon

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Dragoons definition: Historically, dragoons were a type of mounted infantry who rode horses to battle but dismounted to fight on foot.
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