marines

/məˈrinz/
noun
  1. A branch of a country's military forces that is trained to fight on land, at sea, and in the air, often specializing in amphibious operations.
    • The marines landed on the beach under cover of darkness.
    • The marines were deployed to the island for a training exercise.
    • He joined the marines right after high school.
  2. Soldiers who are members of the marine corps.
    • A group of marines helped with disaster relief after the hurricane.
    • The marines marched in the parade with their dress uniforms.
    • Two marines stood guard at the embassy gate.
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