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Brigade

brigade

noun bri-GAH-deh Rare

Origin: from French brigade

Usage Note

Brigade is a military formation larger than a regiment, typically 3,000-5,000 troops, commanded by a Brigadegeneral. In the Bundeswehr, brigades are the main manoeuvre units. The word is occasionally used in non-military contexts for any organised group.

Examples

"Die Brigade trainierte gemeinsam mit NATO-Verbündeten für den Einsatz."

Natural Translation

The brigade trained together with NATO allies for deployment.

Literal Translation

The brigade trained together with NATO-allies for the deployment.

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