zouave
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A French soldier known for bright uniform who fights on foot and moves quickly
- noun
- /zuˈɑv/
- Archaic
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zouave
- The soldiers in the colorful zouave uniforms marched proudly in the parade.
- Zouave uniform
- Zouave unit
- Zouave regiment
Examples
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His exotic outfit is the typical uniform of the Zouave battalion, part of the French army between 1831 and 1962, and often fighting in North Africa.
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He's a Zouave soldier, and he's an indicator of how high the magnificent Seine has risen.
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HIS ZOUAVE MILITIA THRILLED THE NATION WITH THEIR PRECISION DRILLS.
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During the 19th century, many American regiments adopted the zouave style to distinguish themselves.
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The light infantry tactics of the zouave units were notable during the battle.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Zouave comes from the name of a North African tribe, the Zwawa, whose men joined the French army as bright, light, fast troops. So a zouave is a soldier remembered for colourful uniforms and quick, mobile fighting.