Armies — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Armies
Armies (noun)
- a large organized body of armed personnel trained for war especially on land
- a unit capable of independent action and consisting usually of a headquarters, two or more corps, and auxiliary troops
- the complete military organization of a nation for land warfare
- an international religious and charitable group organized on military lines and founded in 1865 by William Booth for evangelizing and social betterment (as of the poor)
- a permanent army of paid soldiers
Armies (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a large body of men and women organized for land warfare
"In 218 b.c., Hannibal crossed the Alps with an army of 26,000 men and, most famously, a number of elephants"
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a great number of persons or creatures massed together
"a vast army of loyal fans in line for the band's farewell concert"
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a group of people working together on a task
"an army of rescue workers descended on the tornado-stricken town"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Armies
The most common words with a similar meaning to Armies:
Origin & Etymology of Armies
Middle English armee, armye "host of armed men, naval fleet, military expedition," borrowed from Anglo-French armé, armee, from armer "to arm:2" + -ee, suffix of action or result (going back to Vulgar Latin *-āta, noun derivative from feminine of Latin -ātus, past participle ending of Latin first-conjugation verbs)
First known use: circa 1522
Frequently Asked Questions about Armies
What does "Armies" mean?
"Armies" means a large organized body of armed personnel trained for war especially on land. As a noun, it is defined as: a large organized body of armed personnel trained for war especially on land. It has 3 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Armies"?
Other words for "Armies" include arrays, battalions, hosts, legions, bikes, crams, crowds and crushes. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Armies" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Armies"?
There are 59 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Armies". Common alternatives include arrays, battalions, hosts, legions, bikes, crams, crowds, crushes, droves and flocks.
How do you use "Armies" in a sentence?
Examples of "Armies" in a sentence: "In 218 b.c., Hannibal crossed the Alps with an army of 26,000 men and, most famously, a number of elephants"; "a vast army of loyal fans in line for the band's farewell concert"; "an army of rescue workers descended on the tornado-stricken town".
Is "Armies" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Armies" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Armies"?
"Armies" is pronounced /ˈär-mē/ and divided into syllables as ar·my.
What is the origin of the word "Armies"?
"Armies" comes from Middle English armee, armye "host of armed men, naval fleet, military expedition," borrowed from Anglo-French armé, armee, from armer "to arm:2" + -ee, suffix of action or result (going back to Vulgar Latin *-āta, noun derivative from feminine of Latin -ātus, past participle ending of Latin first-conjugation verbs). First known use: circa 1522.
What is another word for "Armies" meaning "a large body of men and women organized for land warfare"?
When "Armies" (noun) means a large body of men and women organized for land warfare, synonyms include arrays, battalions, hosts and legions.