trooper

English

/ˈtɹuːpə(ɹ)/

noun
Definitions
  • (military) A soldier of private rank in cavalry or armour.
  • A cavalry horse; charger.
  • A soldier.
  • (British) A troopship.
  • (US) A state trooper.
  • (Australia) A mounted policeman.
  • (figurative) One who endures adversity or hardship with an attitude of stoicism and persistence.

Etymology

Suffix from English troop derived from French troupe.

Origin

French

troupe

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