The infantry
Example: The infantry marched quickly across the battlefield today.
Definition
"The infantry" refers to soldiers trained, armed, and equipped to fight on foot. They form the main land combat force capable of engaging in direct combat with the enemy, often moving across various terrains during military operations.
Etymology
The word "infantry" comes from the Old French 'infanterie,' which derives from the Latin 'infans,' meaning 'infant' or 'child.' Originally, it referred to foot soldiers typically younger or less experienced than cavalry. Did you know that this term highlights the contrast between foot soldiers and mounted troops?
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"The infantry" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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