yeomanry
/ˈjoʊmənri/
noun
- The class of yeomen in British history, especially small landowners who farmed their own land.
- The yeomanry were known for their independence and self-reliance.
- Many members of the yeomanry fought in the English Civil War.
- The yeomanry formed the backbone of rural society in medieval England.
- A British volunteer cavalry force raised from the yeoman class, later part of the Territorial Army.
- He served in the yeomanry during World War I.
- The yeomanry was called up to help suppress the rebellion.
- The local yeomanry regiment trained every weekend.