Brigade

/brɪˈɡeɪd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A military unit consisting of a headquarters and two or more battalions, often part of a division.

The brigade was deployed to the front lines to support the ongoing military operation.

An organized group of individuals with a common purpose, often used in a more general or informal context.

The fire brigade arrived quickly to extinguish the blaze before it spread.

A group of people who are working together for a particular cause.

The environmental brigade organized a community clean-up to beautify the local park.

From the French 'brigade', originating from the Italian 'brigata', meaning a company or a group.

fire brigade

A group organized to fight fires.

brigade of volunteers

An informal group dedicated to helping a cause.

medical brigade

A team providing medical assistance in emergencies.

regiment

A military unit smaller than a brigade.

task force

A temporary grouping of individuals or units for a specific purpose.

platoon

A military unit typically consisting of two or more squads.

A group of friends getting together for a common activity.

We're forming a cooking brigade to prepare for the potluck.

A term used to describe an organized but informal group of enthusiasts.

The gaming brigade meets every Friday night to play.