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regiment

[ˈredʒɪmənt]

regiment Definition

  • 1a permanent unit of an army typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies, squadrons, or batteries
  • 2a large group of people or things that are controlled in a similar way
  • 3to organize or control something strictly

Using regiment: Examples

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

  • Example

    He served in the 101st Airborne Regiment.

  • Example

    The company has a strict sales regiment.

  • Example

    She followed a regiment of diet and exercise to lose weight.

regiment Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for regiment

Idioms Using regiment

  • a life that is highly structured and controlled, often with little room for spontaneity or creativity

    Example

    He lived a regimented life, waking up at the same time every day and following a strict routine.

  • keep someone in line (or in regiment)

    to maintain discipline or order over someone, often through strict rules or regulations

    Example

    The teacher kept her students in line by enforcing a strict regiment of classroom rules.

  • break ranks (or break regiment)

    to disobey or deviate from established rules or procedures, especially in a military context

    Example

    The soldier was punished for breaking ranks during the drill.

Phrases with regiment

  • a necktie with diagonal stripes of different colors, each representing a particular regiment or military unit

    Example

    He wore his regimental tie to the military ball.

  • the senior non-commissioned officer of a British Army infantry battalion or a similar sized unit

    Example

    The regimental sergeant major inspected the troops before the parade.

  • a formal dinner held by a regiment or military unit, often to celebrate a special occasion

    Example

    The regimental dinner was held to commemorate the unit's anniversary.

Origins of regiment

from Latin 'regimentum', meaning 'government, rule'

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Summary: regiment in Brief

The term 'regiment' [ˈredʒɪmənt] refers to a permanent unit of an army, or a large group of people or things that are controlled in a similar way. It can also mean to organize or control something strictly, as in 'She followed a regiment of diet and exercise to lose weight.' 'Regiment' extends into phrases like 'regimental tie,' and idioms like 'a regimented life,' denoting a highly structured and controlled existence.