Cavalry

usgb/ˈkævlri/
noun

Soldiers who fight on horsebacks or in armored vehicles.

The cavalry charged at the enemy line.
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Often appears as...

  • cavalry charge
  • cavalry officer
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Historic Usage

Originally referred to troops on horseback, now includes armored vehicle units in modern military context.

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The cavalry division with tanks played a crucial role in the battle.
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Action Image

Evokes an image of swift, mobile forces quickly moving to attack or defend.

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As the enemy approached, the general called for the cavalry to flank them.
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Not Always Literal

Sometimes used metaphorically to describe any rapid response or intervention in a crisis.

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When the wildfire spread, the firefighters' cavalry arrived with helicopters.
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