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    Armée (en. Army)

    /aʁ.me/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A body of soldiers, established to perform military operations.
    The French army intervened in the conflict.
    L'armée française est intervenue dans le conflit.
    The entirety of a country's armed forces.
    The army, the navy, and the air force are components of the army.
    L'armée de terre, la marine et l'aviation sont des composantes de l'armée.
    The military personnel.
    The army needs recruits to strengthen its ranks.
    L'armée a besoin de recrues pour renforcer ses effectifs.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'armata', derived from 'arma' meaning weapon.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in the army
    To be part of the armed forces.
    être dans l'armée
    to do one's military service
    To participate in mandatory military service.
    faire son service militaire
    to lead the army to victory
    To direct military forces towards victory.
    mener l'armée à la victoire

    Related Words

    soldier
    A person who serves in the army.
    soldat
    war
    Armed conflict between several groups.
    guerre
    battle
    Confrontation between two armies.
    bataille

    Slang Meanings

    The military in an informal way.
    Guys in the army are often called 'biffins'.
    Les gars de l'armée sont souvent appelés les 'biffins'.
    A soldier who jokes around or is relaxed.
    This guy is really a 'buddy from the army', always ready to make you laugh.
    Ce type est vraiment un 'pote de l'armée', toujours prêt à faire rire.