Meaning of the word regiment in English
What does regiment mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
regiment
US /ˈredʒ.ə.mənt/
UK /ˈredʒ.ə.mənt/
Noun
1.
a permanent unit of an army typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies, squadrons, or batteries and often into two battalions.
Example:
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two or three miles inland a highly experienced artillery regiment had established a defensive position
2.
rule or government over a person, people, or country.
Example:
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the powers of ecclesiastical regiment which none but the Church should wield
Verb
1.
organize according to a strict, sometimes oppressive system or pattern.
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every aspect of their life is strictly regimented
2.
form (troops) into a regiment or regiments.
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