Meaning of the word dragoon in English
What does dragoon mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dragoon
US /drəˈɡuːn/
UK /drəˈɡuːn/
Noun
1.
a member of any of several cavalry regiments in the British army and formerly in other European armies
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The dragoons charged across the field.
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Historically, dragoons were mounted infantry.
Verb
1.
to coerce or compel someone into doing something
Example:
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They tried to dragoon him into joining their cause.
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She was dragooned into organizing the event.
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