Fusilier

usgb/ˌfjuːzəˈlɪr/
noun

A soldier in a European military unit, who carries a type of rifle called a fusil.

The brave fusilier charged forward, ready to protect his comrades.
Visual representation of "fusilier" - A soldier in a European military unit, who carries a type of rifle called a fusil.

Often appears as...

  • royal fusilier
  • the fusilier marched
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Military Context

Used to refer to soldiers in specific regiments that traditionally carried rifles.

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The regiment's proud fusiliers stood in formation.
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Historical Use

Fusilier is an old term, so it has a historical tone.

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The museum exhibition displayed uniforms worn by fusiliers.
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National Specificity

Different countries might have various units called fusiliers.

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He learned about the British Royal Fusiliers in history class.
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