infantry
Translation
infantry, foot soldiers
Examples
The infantry advanced across the open field.
The infantry advanced across the open field.
He served in the infantry during the war.
He served in the infantry during the war.
Grammar Patterns
the infantry foot soldiers The infantry advanced across the field.
Similar Words
Synonyms: foot soldiers, ground troops
Etymology
From Italian 'infanteria', from 'infante' (youth, foot soldier), literally 'infant'. Young, less experienced soldiers often served on foot.
Memory Tips
Connect 'infantry' with 'infant'. Historically, foot soldiers were young men, like 'infants' in terms of age or experience.