Ejército (en. Army)

[e-xer-si-to]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Organization of soldiers that defends the nation.
The army prepared for a possible combat.
El ejército se preparó para un posible combate.
Set of troops, units, and the entire military structure of a country.
The army has various specialized divisions.
El ejército cuenta con diversas divisiones especializadas.
Institution responsible for the defense and security of the country.
Loyalty to the army is fundamental for national security.
La lealtad al ejército es fundamental para la seguridad nacional.

Etymology

From Latin 'exercitus', which means 'exercised' or 'trained'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Salvation Army
International Christian organization that helps people in need.
ejército de salvación
one-man army
Term that refers to someone acting alone in a field where many people would be needed.
ejército de un solo hombre
to train in the army
Physically training as part of military training.
hacer ejercicio en el ejército

Related Words

soldier
Person who enlists and serves in an army.
soldado
military
Pertaining to or related to the armed forces.
militar
troop
Group of soldiers in an army.
tropa

Slang Meanings

Infantry
The infantry of the army is essential in any combat mission.
Los infantes del ejército son fundamentales en cualquier misión de combate.
force
The strength of the army is demonstrated in its maneuvers.
La fuerza del ejército se demuestra en sus maniobras.
corps
The army corps is in constant training.
El cuerpo del ejército está en constante entrenamiento.