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redlegs

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Soldiers who use large guns in the army

noun
/ˈrɛdˌlɛɡz/

Jargon

: artillero

The redlegs played a crucial role in the defense of the city during the siege.

Examples

Stories of the bravery of the redlegs are still told among artillery regiments today.
During the parade, the redlegs marched proudly in their distinctive uniforms.
The redlegs played a crucial role during the battle.
Many redlegs were deployed to support the front lines.
The redlegs were recognized for their skill in artillery during the military exercise.
In recent history, the redlegs have earned accolades for their service in various conflicts.
The tradition of the redlegs is celebrated each year in a special ceremony honoring their contributions.

Surface Forms

redlegs plural

Morphology

redlegs = redleg (semi-transparent) = red + leg + s

Built from 'red' + 'leg' and pluralized; while the components are literal, the specialized occupational reference (artillerymen) is a conventional nickname not predictable from the parts alone.

Etymology

Redlegs comes from the simple parts red and legs. The nickname was given to artillery soldiers who wore red on their trousers or had a red stripe on their legs, so soldiers of the Royal Regiment of Artillery became known as redlegs.