1syllable
troops
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Definitions oftroops
1noun
- (collective) A collection of people; a number; a multitude (in general).
- A small unit of cavalry or armour commanded by a captain, corresponding to a platoon or company of infantry.
- A detachment of soldiers or police, especially horse artillery, armour, or state troopers.
- Soldiers, military forces (usually "troops").
- A company of stageplayers; a troupe.
- A basic unit of girl or boy scouts, consisting of 6 to 10 youngsters.
- (collective) A group of baboons.
- A particular roll of the drum; a quick march.
- Mushrooms that are in a close group but not close enough to be called a cluster.
1verb
- To move in numbers; to come or gather in crowds or troops.
- To march on; to go forward in haste.
- To move or march as if in a crowd.
Example: "The children trooped into the room."
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