Grenadier

Pronunciation: /ɡrəˈnəˌdɪr/

Definitions of grenadier

noun A soldier who is a member of a special regiment or corps, originally composed of men selected for their height and strength

Example Sentences

A1 The grenadier stood guard outside the palace.

A2 The grenadier saluted as the general passed by.

B1 The grenadier was known for their bravery in battle.

B2 The grenadier carried a musket and wore a distinctive uniform.

C1 The grenadier led the charge against the enemy forces.

C2 The grenadier was awarded a medal for their heroic actions in combat.

Examples of grenadier in a Sentence

formal The grenadier unit was called to the front lines to provide support.

informal I heard that the grenadier squad is the toughest in the battalion.

slang Those grenadiers are like the badasses of the army.

figurative She was a grenadier in the battle against injustice, always ready to fight for what was right.

Grammatical Forms of grenadier

• past tense: grenadiered
• plural: grenadiers
• comparative: more grenadier
• superlative: most grenadier
• present tense: grenadier
• future tense: will grenadier
• perfect tense: have grenadiered
• continuous tense: is grenadiering
• singular: grenadier
• positive degree: grenadier
• infinitive: to grenadier
• gerund: grenadiering
• participle: grenadiered

Origin and Evolution of grenadier

First Known Use: 1606 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'grenadier' originated from the French word 'grenade', which referred to a type of small explosive device.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe soldiers who specialized in throwing grenades, the term 'grenadier' later evolved to refer to elite infantry soldiers known for their bravery and skill in combat. In modern times, 'grenadier' is often used to refer to a soldier in a specialized infantry unit or as a ceremonial title in some military forces.