a large military force that is made up of many soldiers, a very large number of people or things

join the legion, legion of the lost, legion of demons

in legion, legion of honor, legion of merit

Formal and Informal Expressions of legion

In different contexts, you can replace 'legion' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'multitude, host' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'bunch, loads' is a commonplace synonym.

legion: Explore its Definition & Usage

legion Definition

1a large military force that is made up of many soldiers
2a very large number of people or things

Using legion: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "legion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
The Roman legion was a formidable fighting force.
Example
A legion of fans waited outside the concert venue.
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The company hired a legion of workers to finish the project on time.

legion Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for legion

Antonyms for legion

Idioms Using legion

join the legion
to become an enthusiastic supporter of something
Example
After trying the new restaurant, I joined the legion of fans who raved about the food.
legion of the lost
people who are considered hopeless or beyond help
Example
The shelter provides a home for the legion of the lost, giving them a chance to rebuild their lives.
legion of demons
a large number of evil or malevolent beings
Example
The story tells of a legion of demons that terrorized the countryside.

Phrases with legion

in legion
in large numbers
Example
Fans of the band turned out in legion for their final concert.
legion of honor
a prestigious award given for exceptional achievement or service
Example
She was awarded the Legion of Honor for her contributions to the field of medicine.
legion of merit
a military award given for exceptional service or achievement
Example
He received the Legion of Merit for his leadership during the war.

Origins of legion

from Latin 'legio', meaning 'military unit'

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Summary: legion in Brief

The term 'legion' [ˈliːdʒən] refers to a large military force or a very large number of people or things. It can describe a formidable fighting force like the Roman legion, or a multitude of fans waiting outside a concert venue. The phrase 'in legion' means in large numbers, while 'join the legion' means to become an enthusiastic supporter of something.