Troops

Pronunciation: /truːps/

Definitions of troops

noun a group of soldiers, especially a body of troops

Example Sentences

A1 The troops marched in formation.

A2 The troops were deployed to the border for security.

B1 The troops received orders to advance towards the enemy stronghold.

B2 The troops were well-equipped and ready for combat.

C1 The troops underwent intense training before their mission.

C2 The troops demonstrated exceptional discipline and bravery in battle.

Examples of troops in a Sentence

formal The commander deployed additional troops to the northern border.

informal The troops are gearing up for a long night ahead.

slang The troops are ready to kick some butt!

figurative His thoughts were like troops marching in perfect formation.

Grammatical Forms of troops

• plural: troops
• present tense: troop
• future tense: will troop
• perfect tense: have trooped
• continuous tense: are trooping
• singular: troop
• positive degree: troops
• infinitive: to troop
• gerund: trooping
• participle: trooped

Origin and Evolution of troops

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle French

Story behind the word: The word 'troops' originated from the Middle French word 'trouppe' which meant 'company' or 'body of people'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'troops' evolved to specifically refer to a group of soldiers or military personnel. It is now commonly used to describe a unit of armed forces or a large group of people with a common purpose.