Regiment (Noun)
Meaning
Army unit smaller than a division.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The 101st Airborne Regiment is a highly regarded unit in the US military, known for its elite soldiers and extensive combat experience.
- Over 1,000 troops were welcomed back home after a year-long deployment in Afghanistan with the First Squadron, First Cavalry Regiment.
- Each regiment has its own battalion, brigade and company hierarchy to facilitate more efficient communication and strategy.
- The Canadian Light Infantry Regiment distinguished itself in several key battles during the Normandy campaign of World War II.
- He was a colonel in command of the 12th Sikh Regiment when he received the Victoria Cross for bravery in action.