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    Cavalerie (en. Cavalry)

    /ka.va.le.ʁi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A group of mounted soldiers, particularly in a military context.
    The cavalry was sent in reinforcement during the battle.
    La cavalerie a été envoyée en renfort lors de la bataille.
    The military unit composed of cavalrymen.
    He served in the cavalry during his military service.
    Il a servi dans la cavalerie pendant son service militaire.
    A group of people traveling on horseback.
    The parade cavalry impressed the public.
    La cavalerie de la parade a impressionné le public.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cavallaria', derived from 'cavallus', meaning 'horse'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to go it alone
    To act independently, without help.
    faire cavalier seul
    light cavalry
    A type of cavalry with fast and agile horses.
    cavalerie légère
    heavy cavalry
    A cavalry equipped in a more robust manner for combat.
    cavalerie lourde

    Related Words

    cavalryman
    A mounted soldier or a person riding a horse.
    cavalier
    horse
    A domestic animal used for riding and work.
    cheval
    cavalry parade
    A horse procession or parade.
    cavalcade

    Slang Meanings

    To move quickly, with ease.
    He arrived at the party in style, on his scooter.
    Il est arrivé à la fête en cavalerie, avec son scooter.
    To have a flashy or impressive behavior.
    He put on a flashy show during his speech.
    Il a fait un show de cavalerie lors de son discours.