infantry
word
/ˈɪnfəntɹi/
IN-fuhn-tree
/ˈɪnfəntɹˌi/
IN-fuhn-tree
Definition
The branch of an army that fights on foot, especially soldiers trained to move and fight mainly by walking, as opposed to using vehicles or horses.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or military context. Common collocations: 'infantry soldier', 'infantry unit', 'infantry division'. Refers specifically to ground troops fighting on foot, not with vehicles or heavy armor.
Spanish: infanteríaPortuguese (BR): infantariaPortuguese (PT): infantariaChinese (Simplified): 步兵Chinese (Traditional): 步兵Hindi: पैदल सेनाArabic: المشاةBengali: পায়েহাব (পদাতিক বাহিনী) - পদাতিকRussian: пехотаJapanese: 歩兵Vietnamese: bộ binhKorean: 보병Turkish: piyadeUrdu: پیادہ فوجIndonesian: infanteri
Example Sentences
The infantry moved forward during the battle.
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He joined the infantry after turning eighteen.
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The infantry wears special uniforms for protection.
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The army relied heavily on its infantry to secure the city.
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Modern infantry often uses advanced technology on the battlefield.
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If the infantry hadn't arrived in time, things could've ended badly.
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