Regiment

/ˈrɛdʒɪmənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A military unit consisting of a number of battalions, typically commanded by a colonel.

The regiment marched in formation during the annual parade.

A large group of people or things that are systematically organized.

The school has a regiment of teachers specializing in various subjects.

verb

To organize, manage, or discipline in a systematic way.

She decided to regiment her schedule to maximize productivity.

From Old French 'regiment', 'regir' meaning to govern or rule.

marching regiment

A group of soldiers that moves in a disciplined manner.

take command of a regiment

To assume control over a military unit.

regimented lifestyle

A highly structured and controlled way of living.

battalion

A military unit consisting of several companies.

platoon

A subdivision of a company in the military.

company

A military unit consisting of 80 to 150 soldiers.

Rigorous enforcement of rules or discipline.

The teacher ran her class like it was a regiment.

A highly organized routine.

I have a regiment for my workouts that I stick to every week.