Meaning of the word brigade in English
What does brigade mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
brigade
US /brɪˈɡeɪd/
UK /brɪˈɡeɪd/
Noun
a subdivision of an army, typically consisting of a small number of infantry battalions and/or other units and forming part of a division.
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he commanded a brigade of 3,000 men
Verb
form into a brigade.
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the militia, which was brigaded with regular formations to improve its training