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infantrymen

/ˈɪn.fən.tri.mən/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

Soldiers who are trained and equipped to fight on foot as part of a land military force.

Example Sentences:
  • The infantrymen marched for miles through difficult terrain to reach the front lines.
  • Mechanized armor provided cover as the infantrymen secured the urban sector.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Plural of 'infantryman', combining 'infantry' and 'men'. The word 'infantry' originates from the Middle French 'infanterie', which derived from Old Italian 'fanteria' (foot soldiers or youth). This stems from 'fante' (child or foot soldier), derived from the Latin 'infans' ('unable to speak' or 'infant'), reflecting the historical custom of young servants attending mounted knights before becoming foot soldiers themselves.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Picture INFANTS growing up to become MEN who fight on foot — INFANTRYMEN.

Frequently Asked Questions About “infantrymen

1. What is the meaning of “infantrymen” in English?

In English, infantrymen (noun) is defined as: “Soldiers who are trained and equipped to fight on foot as part of a land military force.”.

2. How do you use “infantrymen” in a sentence?

The infantrymen marched for miles through difficult terrain to reach the front lines.

3. What are English synonyms of “infantrymen”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “infantrymen”?

Plural of 'infantryman', combining 'infantry' and 'men'. The word 'infantry' originates from the Middle French 'infanterie', which derived from Old Italian 'fanteria' (foot soldiers or youth). This stems from 'fante' (child or foot soldier), derived from the Latin 'infans' ('unable to speak' or 'infant'), reflecting the historical custom of young servants attending mounted knights before becoming foot soldiers themselves.