battalion

/bəˈtæljən/
noun
  1. A large military unit consisting of several companies, typically part of a regiment.
    • The battalion marched across the field in perfect formation.
    • The entire battalion was deployed to the border for training exercises.
    • He was promoted to command a battalion of infantry soldiers.
  2. A large group of people, especially one that is organized or working together for a common purpose.
    • A battalion of fans waited outside the stadium for the concert to begin.
    • The company hired a battalion of new workers to meet the holiday demand.
    • A battalion of volunteers showed up to clean the park after the storm.
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