The cavalry
Example: The cavalry charged quickly across the open field.
Definition
The term "the cavalry" refers to a military unit historically composed of soldiers mounted on horseback, known for their speed and mobility in battle. In modern contexts, it can also mean armored or mechanized troops that perform similar roles.
Etymology
"The cavalry" comes from the French word 'cavalerie,' which derives from 'cheval,' meaning horse. This reflects the original role of cavalry as horse-mounted troops. Did you know that cavalry units were crucial in many historical battles for their ability to rapidly attack and retreat?
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"The cavalry" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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