troops

/tɹuːps/ · noun

Meaning

(collective) A collection of people; a number; a multitude (in general).
A small unit of cavalry or armour commanded by a captain, corresponding to a platoon or company of infantry.
A detachment of soldiers or police, especially horse artillery, armour, or state troopers.
Soldiers, military forces (usually "troops").
A company of stageplayers; a troupe.
A basic unit of girl or boy scouts, consisting of 6 to 10 youngsters.
To move in numbers; to come or gather in crowds or troops.
To march on; to go forward in haste.
To move or march as if in a crowd.

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