Zumbooruk (Noun)
Meaning
A camel cavalry used in the early modern era by Arab, Afghan, Persian, and Indian armies.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Mughal army's zumbooruk units played a crucial role in their conquest of the Indian subcontinent.
- Armed with a small swivel gun, the zumbooruk was a formidable opponent on the battlefield.
- The use of zumbooruk by the Persian army allowed them to outmaneuver their enemies with ease.
- In the early 16th century, the Arab armies began to incorporate the zumbooruk into their cavalry units.
- The Afghan army's zumbooruk units were known for their bravery and skill in battle.