Trooper

Pronunciation: /ˈtruːpər/

Definitions of trooper

noun a state police officer

Example Sentences

A1 The trooper helped the lost child find their way home.

A2 The trooper patrolled the streets to ensure safety for everyone.

B1 The trooper was praised for their bravery during the rescue mission.

B2 The trooper was promoted to a higher rank for their exceptional leadership skills.

C1 The trooper's dedication to their duty earned them a medal of honor.

C2 The trooper's experience and expertise made them a valuable asset to the team.

Examples of trooper in a Sentence

formal The trooper was commended for his bravery in the line of duty.

informal That trooper always goes above and beyond to get the job done.

slang Dude, that trooper totally saved the day!

figurative She's a trooper, always pushing through challenges with a smile.

Grammatical Forms of trooper

• past tense: trooped
• plural: troopers
• comparative: more trooper
• superlative: most trooper
• present tense: troops
• future tense: will troop
• perfect tense: have trooped
• continuous tense: is trooping
• singular: trooper
• positive degree: trooper
• infinitive: to troop
• gerund: trooping
• participle: trooping

Origin and Evolution of trooper

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle French

Story behind the word: The word 'trooper' originated from the Middle French word 'troupier', which referred to a soldier in a company or troop.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'trooper' has come to be used to describe a member of a cavalry unit or a soldier in general, often associated with mounted military forces.