battalion | ||
1. | [ noun ] (military) an army unit usually consisting of a headquarters and three or more companies | |
Related terms: | army_unit united_states_army_rangers regiment company | |
2. | [ noun ] a large indefinite number | |
Synonyms: | large_number multitude pack plurality | |
Examples: | "a battalion of ants" "a multitude of TV antennas" "a plurality of religions" |
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Related terms: | large_indefinite_quantity | |
Similar spelling: |
bath_linen battlement |