First Known Use: 13th century
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1legion
noun le·gion \ˈlē-jən\
: a large group of soldiers in ancient Rome
: a large group of soldiers
: a national organization for former soldiers
Full Definition of LEGION
1
: the principal unit of the Roman army comprising 3000 to 6000 foot soldiers with cavalry
2
: a large military force; especially : army 1a
3
: a very large number : multitude
4
: a national association of ex-servicemen
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Origin of LEGION
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin legion-, legio, from legere to gather — more at legend
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2legion
adjective
: very many or numerous
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First Known Use of LEGION
1678
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legion
noun le·gion \ˈlē-jən\
Definition of LEGION for Kids
1
: a group of from 3000 to 6000 soldiers that made up the chief army unit in ancient Rome
2
: army 1
3
: a very great number <She has a legion of admirers.>
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