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brigade

[brɪˈɡeɪd]

brigade Definition

  • 1a group of people organized for a particular purpose, especially a military one
  • 2a large group of people who share the same beliefs or who have the same job

Using brigade: Examples

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

  • Example

    The fire brigade arrived quickly to put out the fire.

  • Example

    She joined the local volunteer brigade to help with disaster relief efforts.

  • Example

    The marketing brigade worked hard to promote the new product.

  • Example

    The political brigade was out in full force during the election campaign.

brigade Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with brigade

  • a group of people who have been recognized for their exceptional achievements or contributions

    Example

    The university awarded a brigade of honor to the top graduates of the year.

  • the officer in charge of a brigade in the military

    Example

    The brigade commander led his troops into battle with courage and determination.

  • a group of firefighters who are trained to respond to fires and other emergencies

    Example

    The fire brigade arrived at the scene within minutes of receiving the call.

Origins of brigade

from Old Italian 'brigata', meaning 'company of soldiers'

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Summary: brigade in Brief

A 'brigade' [brɪˈɡeɪd] is a group of people organized for a specific purpose, often military or work-related. It can refer to a team of firefighters ('The fire brigade arrived quickly to put out the fire.') or a group of like-minded individuals ('The political brigade was out in full force during the election campaign.'). 'Brigade' can also be used in phrases like 'brigade of honor,' denoting a group of people recognized for their achievements.

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