Definition of "regiment" []

A military unit of ground troops consisting of at least two battalions, usually commanded by a colonel. (noun)
A large group of people. (noun)
To form into a regiment. (verb-transitive)
To put into systematic order; systematize. (verb-transitive)
To subject to uniformity and rigid order. (verb-transitive)

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Use "regiment" in a sentence

"The Legion was therefore not equivalent to what we call a regiment, inasmuch as it contained troops of all arms, infantry, cavalry, and, when military engines were extensively employed, artillery also."
"Army Cavalry regiment is a mechanized and not aviation unit."
"The artillery support for this regiment is called light … which means 57mm field guns, firing over open sights."

Words like "regiment"

army unit assign command control

delegate depute designate form

government organise organize regimented

regimenting regiments