Brigade

noun

/bɹɪˈɡeɪd/

Word Frequency: 7.7

Definitions

1.nounA group of people organized for a common purpose.

"a work brigade; a fire brigade"

2.nounMilitary unit composed of several regiments (or battalions) and including soldiers from different arms of service.

3.nounA group of people who share views or beliefs.

"More sympathy for career criminals from the bleeding-heart brigade!"

4.verbTo form or unite into a brigade; to group together.

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