grenadier
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9.9
- noun
- /ˌɡrɛnəˈdɪr/
- Archaic
:
granadero
- The grenadier soldiers are known for their distinct uniforms and formidable presence at ceremonies.
- Grenadier Guards
- British grenadiers
- Panzer Grenadiers
Examples
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And in the face of stiff resistance, they managed to push the Grenadiers out of the buildings and were closing on their objective.
Blog text (1) -
He joined the Continental Army in 1775 as Captain of the elite Grenadiers of the 1st South Carolina Regiment.
Blog text (4) -
Before he joined Special Branch... Ben Kidney served in the Grenadier Guards.
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The Grenadier Guards will be happy to oblige.
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Archduke Charles sent his Grenadier reserve forward to strengthen the line.
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The 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards have been ordered to forego their posting to India.
Fiction book (2002) -
Three remaining Grenadiers in bearskin-covered mitred caps are at the door.
Fiction book (1992) -
Four Grenadiers come to attention as Heyward enters mid-scene.
Fiction book (1992) -
In mid-September, while some units, such as the 188th Brigade (63rd Division), were carrying out open warfare exercises, others, including the 3rd Battalion Grenadier Guards, were still practicing trench clearance techniques.
Academic text (2010) -
During the battle, a skilled grenadier launched grenades at enemy positions to support the infantry.
Synonyms
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1.1
A person who serves in an army and fights for their country
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3.8
A person who fights on foot or does basic work for a group
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6.3
A soldier who fights on foot in the army
A soldier who throws grenades during close fighting
A soldier who fights on foot, marching long distances with a heavy pack and gun
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word grenadier comes from the small bomb grenade, a name that came from the fruit 'pomegranate' because early grenades looked like small round fruits. A grenadier was originally a soldier who threw these grenades, so the name now means that type of soldier.