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Dragoon - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A dragoon is a mounted infantry soldier trained to fight on horseback or on foot. Historically, dragoons were used for rapid mobility and versatile combat roles in European armies.

dragoon

/drəˈɡun/ /drəˈɡuːn/

Definition:

A cavalry soldier or to coerce someone into doing something.

Synonyms:

cavalryman, trooper, coercer, enforcer

Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Antonyms:

liberate, free

Common Collocations:

dragoon regiment, dragoon guards, dragoon into service

Derivatives:

dragooned, dragooning

Usage Tips:

Use "dragoon" as a noun for historical cavalry or as a verb meaning to force someone harshly.

Common Phrases:

dragoon into action, heavy dragoon, light dragoon

Etymology:

From French "dragon," referring to early firearms or the fierce reputation of cavalry troops.

Examples:

  • 1. The dragoons charged across the battlefield swiftly.
  • 2. She felt dragooned into attending the tedious meeting.
  • 3. The king relied on his elite dragoon guards for protection.
  • 4. He refused to be dragooned into signing the contract unfairly.

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