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    Grenadiers (en. Grenadiers)

    /ɡʁenadi.e/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An elite soldier in certain armies, often assigned to assault missions.
    The grenadiers played a crucial role during the battle.
    Les grenadiers ont joué un rôle crucial durant la bataille.
    A member of an infantry regiment equipped with grenades.
    The grenadiers advance in tight formation.
    Les grenadiers avancent en formation serrée.
    A term that can refer to other types of assault troops.
    The grenadiers of the battalion are well-trained.
    Les grenadiers du bataillon sont bien entraînés.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the French 'grenade', referring to a weapon that was used by these soldiers.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the grenadiers at the front
    The grenadiers in the frontline of combat.
    les grenadiers au front
    grenadier fire
    Fire carried out with a grenade.
    tir de grenadier
    be ahead of the grenadiers
    To be in the lead in a combat situation.
    être en avant des grenadiers

    Related Words

    grenade
    Explosive projectile used by grenadiers.
    grenade
    regiment
    Military unit in which grenadiers may serve.
    régiment
    infantry
    Military troops that fight on foot.
    infanterie

    Slang Meanings

    A soldier who is particularly brave or reckless.
    That guy is a real grenadier!
    Ce gars-là est un vrai grenadier!
    A player who takes high risks in a game.
    He plays like a grenadier, always the first to attack.
    Il joue comme un grenadier, toujours le premier à attaquer.