infantry (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnfəntri/

Definition

Soldiers who fight on foot, typically as a major branch of an army.

Examples

• The infantry advanced across the open field, facing heavy enemy fire.

• During the battle, the infantry was responsible for securing the town.

• The general praised the bravery of his infantry soldiers.

How to Use infantry

infantry soldier (collocation)

A soldier belonging to the infantry branch of the army. — "Every infantry soldier undergoes rigorous training."

infantry unit (collocation)

A specific group or formation within the infantry. — "The infantry unit successfully captured the objective."

Synonyms of infantry

Words with a similar meaning to infantry:

• troops
• soldiers
• foot soldiers
• ground forces

Antonyms of infantry

Words with the opposite meaning to infantry:

• cavalry

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