regiment

[ˈredʒɪmənt]

regiment Definition

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

Synonyms for regiment

• unit
• division
• brigade
• battalion
• squadron

Antonyms for regiment

• disorganization
• disarray

Idioms Using regiment

• a regimented life

  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

• regimental tie

  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.

• regimental sergeant major

  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.

• regimental dinner

  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.