Battalion

Pronunciation: /bəˈtæljən/

Definitions of battalion

noun a large body of troops ready for battle, especially an infantry unit forming part of a brigade typically commanded by a lieutenant colonel.

Example Sentences

A1 The battalion marched in formation.

A2 The battalion was deployed to the front lines.

B1 The battalion conducted a training exercise in the field.

B2 The battalion was praised for their bravery in battle.

C1 The battalion's commander strategized their next move carefully.

C2 The battalion was composed of highly skilled and experienced soldiers.

Examples of battalion in a Sentence

formal The battalion was ordered to advance towards the enemy's position.

informal I heard the battalion is heading out on a mission tomorrow.

slang The battalion is gearing up for some serious action.

figurative The battalion of protesters marched through the streets, demanding justice.

Grammatical Forms of battalion

• past tense: battled
• plural: battalions
• comparative: more battalion
• superlative: most battalion
• present tense: battalion
• future tense: will battalion
• perfect tense: have battalion
• continuous tense: is battalioing
• singular: battalion
• positive degree: battalion
• infinitive: to battalion
• gerund: battalioning
• participle: battalioned

Origin and Evolution of battalion

First Known Use: 1575 year

Language of Origin: Italian

Story behind the word: The word 'battalion' originated from the Italian word 'battaglione' which means 'battle'

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a military unit, the term 'battalion' has evolved to also describe a large organized group of people or things working together towards a common goal.