lancers

Noun

Meaning

a quadrille for 8 or 16 couples

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

army hussar lancer squadron horse cavalry commando quadrille Mounties cavalryman cuirassier chasseur bowleg Rangers paratroops
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Antonyms

infantry ground troops infantrymen foot soldiers

Hypernyms

quadrille

Anagrams

Cansler Carlsen

Examples

A British officer writing in 1917 referred to lancers as "our marvellous medieval regiments" The Greco-Turkish War of 1919-22 saw an unexpected revival of lances amongst the cavalry of the Turkish National Army. Source: Internet

As Wallace charges toward the departing Longshanks on horseback, he is intercepted by one of the king's lancers, who turns out to be Robert. Source: Internet

MISAWA AIR BASE – The Red Lancers of Patrol Squadron (VP) 10 are back in Japan after completing joint exercises from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Source: Internet

Fourth place finishes were earned by Eastern’s Josiah White (126) and Logan Meyer (170) as the Lancers showed grit in winning the tournament championship. Source: Internet

The game is slated for Saturday, January 11 at 2:00 p.m. in Yankton, S.D. The Warriors have won five straight against the Lancers including 68-63 and 66-58 wins last season. Source: Internet

During the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries, these weapons, both mounted and unmounted, were so effective that lancers and pikemen not only became a staple of every Western army, but also became highly sought-after mercenaries. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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