cavalry
Translation
cavalry
Examples
The cavalry charged at the enemy lines.
The cavalry charged at the enemy lines.
Modern cavalry often use armoured vehicles.
Modern cavalry often use armored vehicles.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) soldiers who fight on horseback or in armored vehicles The cavalry charged at the enemy lines.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mounted troops, horse soldiers; Antonyms: infantry
Etymology
From Italian 'cavalleria' (chivalry, cavalry), from Latin 'caballus' (horse).
Memory Tips
The 'caval-' part sounds like 'gallop'. Imagine soldiers galloping on horses.