The army
Example: The army marched through the town during the parade.
Definition
"The army" refers to a large organized group of soldiers trained for land-based military operations. It is responsible for defending a country, engaging in combat, and maintaining order during conflicts or peacekeeping missions.
Etymology
The term "the army" comes from the Old French word 'armée,' meaning a military force. This, in turn, derives from the Latin 'armata,' meaning 'armed force.' Did you know that the word is related to 'arm,' highlighting its connection to weapons and warfare?
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"The army" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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