First Known Use: 1634
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1brigade
noun bri·gade \bri-ˈgād\
: a large group of soldiers that is part of an army
: a group of people organized to act together
: a group of people who have the same beliefs
Full Definition of BRIGADE
1
a : a large body of troops b : a tactical and administrative unit composed of a headquarters, one or more units of infantry or armor, and supporting units
2
: a group of people organized for special activity
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Origin of BRIGADE
French, from Italian brigata, from brigare to fight — more at brigand
Rhymes with BRIGADE
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2brigade
verb
bri·gad·edbri·gad·ing
Definition of BRIGADE
transitive verb
: to form or unite into a brigade
First Known Use of BRIGADE
1781
BRIGADE Defined for Kids
brigade
noun bri·gade \bri-ˈgād\
Definition of BRIGADE for Kids
1
: a body of soldiers consisting of two or more regiments
2
: a group of persons organized for acting together <a fire brigade>
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