Noun
an amphibious military unit trained for raids into enemy territory
a member of a military unit trained as shock troops for hit-and-run raids
Source: WordNet31st Battalion (Commando), Rashtriya Rifles, is also affiliated to the Parachute Regiment, for special operations conducted by the counter-insurgency force. Source: Internet
A 13-strong Argentine Army Commando detachment (Captain José Vercesi's 1st Assault Section, 602nd Commando Company) found itself trapped in a small shepherd's house at Top Malo. Source: Internet
601st Commando tried to move forward to rescue 602nd Commando Company on Estancia Mountain. Source: Internet
After Mayne and the five other members of his commando squad galloped into the stygian blackness of the surrounding desert, the base’s terrified, bewildered personnel spent almost an hour shooting at each other in the poor light. Source: Internet
After the war with India in 1947, recommendations for establishing an elite commando division within the army were accepted. Source: Internet
After sustaining these casualties the Commando Brigades were turned into battalions.sfn Most soldiers were recruited for a three-year term, later extended to four-year terms in 1984. Source: Internet