Battalion Meaning
/bəˈtæl.i.ən/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAn army unit having two or more companies, etc. and a headquarters. Traditionally forming part of a regiment.
nounan army unit having two or more companies, etc. and a headquarters; forming part of a brigade.
Sentence Examples
He got orders to join his battalion.
The battalion surrendered to the enemy.
He rose in rank to become commander of the battalion.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The entire ____ marched in formation across the parade ground this morning.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The army ____ was ordered to move to the border early this morning city.
Word Origin & History
From Middle French battaillon (modern French bataillon).
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The entire ____ marched in formation across the parade ground this morning.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The army ____ was ordered to move to the border early this morning city.