Troops — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb plural noun phrase /ˈtrüp/ (noun) /ˈgrau̇nd/ (noun)

Meaning & Definition of Troops

Troops (noun)

  1. a group of soldiers
  2. a cavalry unit corresponding to an infantry company
  3. armed forces, soldiers
  4. the surface of a planet (such as the earth or Mars); especially, the surface of the earth or a particular part of it sometimes as contrasted with the air or sea —often used before another noun
  5. an area used for a particular purpose
  6. the area around and belonging to a house or other building

Troops (verb)

  1. to move or gather in crowds
  2. to go one's way, walk
  3. to spend time together, associate

Troops (plural noun)

  1. troops appointed to attend and guard a sovereign or the residence of a sovereign
  2. troops especially suited and chosen for offensive work because of their high morale, training, and discipline
  3. a group of people militant in pressing for a cause

Troops (phrase)

  1. to urge everyone to work harder

Troops (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the combined army, air force, and navy of a nation

    "the troops overseas are grateful for the support of so many at home"

    similar: armed forces, colors, military, service
    related: GIs, men-at-arms, rank and file, servicemen, servicewomen, soldiers, soldiery, force, militia, reserves, armor, defense, gendarmerie
    near: civilians, noncombatants

Troops (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in marches, paces

    similar: marches, paces, steps out, strides, parades, promenades, power walks, ambulates, foots (it), hoofs (it), legs (it), pads, steps, traipses, treads, walks, hikes, peregrinates, treks, ambles, moseys, perambulates, rambles, saunters, strolls, wanders, clumps, stomps, stumps, tramples, tramps, tromps, footslogs, plods, trudges, gimps, hobbles, limps, minces, prances, pussyfoots, tiptoes

Related Entry: Troop (noun)

Troop is a different word from Troops. The synonyms below are for troop, not for troops.

  1. an organized group of stage performers

    "a celebrated acting troop will be coming to town next month to perform one of Shakespeare's plays"

    similar: company, troupe
    related: stock company, cast, dramatis personae, ensemble

  2. the combined army, air force, and navy of a nation

    "the troops overseas are grateful for the support of so many at home"

    similar: armed forces, colors, military, service
    related: GIs, men-at-arms, rank and file, servicemen, servicewomen, soldiers, soldiery, force, militia, reserves, armor, defense, gendarmerie
    near: civilians, noncombatants

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Troops

The most common words with a similar meaning to Troops:

armed forces, colors, military, service, marches, paces, steps out, strides, parades, promenades, power walks, ambulates, foots (it), hoofs (it), legs (it), pads, steps, traipses, treads, walks, hikes, peregrinates, treks, ambles, moseys, perambulates, rambles, saunters, strolls, wanders, clumps, stomps, stumps, tramples, tramps, tromps, footslogs, plods, trudges, gimps

Related Words for Troops

GIs, men-at-arms, rank and file, servicemen, servicewomen, soldiers, soldiery, force, militia, reserves, armor, defense, gendarmerie

Near Antonyms of Troops

civilians, noncombatants

Word Forms of Troops

Inflections: trooped, trooping, grounds

Origin & Etymology of Troops

Middle French trope, troupe company, herd, of Germanic origin; akin to Old English thorp, throp village thorp

First known use: 1545

Words & Phrases Containing Troops

household troops, shock troops, rally the troops

Frequently Asked Questions about Troops

What does "Troops" mean?

"Troops" means a group of soldiers. As an a noun, a verb, a plural noun and a phrase, it is defined as: a group of soldiers. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Troops"?

Other words for "Troops" include armed forces, colors, military, service, marches, paces, steps out and strides. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Troops" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Troops"?

There are 59 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Troops". Common alternatives include armed forces, colors, military, service, marches, paces, steps out, strides, parades and promenades.

How do you use "Troops" in a sentence?

Examples of "Troops" in a sentence: "the troops overseas are grateful for the support of so many at home".

Is "Troops" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Troops" can be used as a noun, a verb, a plural noun and a phrase, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Troops"?

"Troops" is pronounced /ˈtrüp/ as a noun and /ˈgrau̇nd/ as a noun.

What is the origin of the word "Troops"?

"Troops" comes from Middle French trope, troupe company, herd, of Germanic origin; akin to Old English thorp, throp village thorp. First known use: 1545.

What is another word for "Troops" meaning "the combined army, air force, and navy of a nation"?

When "Troops" (noun) means the combined army, air force, and navy of a nation, synonyms include armed forces, colors, military and service.