First Known Use: 1579
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battalion
noun bat·tal·ion \bə-ˈtal-yən\
: a large organized group of soldiers
: a large organized group of people who act together
Full Definition of BATTALION
1
: a considerable body of troops organized to act together : army
2
: a military unit composed of a headquarters and two or more companies, batteries, or similar units
3
: a large group
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Origin of BATTALION
Middle French bataillon, from Old Italian battaglione, augmentative of battaglia company of soldiers, battle, from Late Latin battalia combat — more at battle
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BATTALION Defined for Kids
battalion
noun bat·tal·ion \bə-ˈtal-yən\
Definition of BATTALION for Kids
: a part of an army consisting of two or more companies
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