Grenadier
noun
A type of soldier who uses grenades in combat.
The grenadiers were trained to throw grenades with extreme accuracy.

Often appears as...
- british grenadier
- german grenadier
noun
A kind of fish living in deep sea.
Grenadiers have a large head, pointy nose and slimy skin.

Often appears as...
- black grenadier
- rough grenadier
noun
A type of soldier who uses grenades in combat.
The grenadiers were trained to throw grenades with extreme accuracy.

Often appears as...
- british grenadier
- german grenadier
noun
A kind of fish living in deep sea.
Grenadiers have a large head, pointy nose and slimy skin.

Often appears as...
- black grenadier
- rough grenadier
Definition 1 of 2

Historical Context
Originally, grenadiers were elite soldiers known for their strength who threw hand grenades.

The museum exhibit about 18th-century warfare had a section dedicated to the role of grenadiers.
Military Evolution
The meaning evolved; modern grenadiers may also use grenade launchers, not just throw grenades by hand.

Modern grenadiers in the army are equipped with advanced grenade launchers for combat.
Uniform Distinction
Historically, grenadiers often wore distinctive uniforms, like tall hats, making them stand out.

The tall bearskin hats of the British grenadiers are a recognizable part of their uniform.
Historical Context
Originally, grenadiers were elite soldiers known for their strength who threw hand grenades.

The museum exhibit about 18th-century warfare had a section dedicated to the role of grenadiers.
Military Evolution
The meaning evolved; modern grenadiers may also use grenade launchers, not just throw grenades by hand.

Modern grenadiers in the army are equipped with advanced grenade launchers for combat.
Uniform Distinction
Historically, grenadiers often wore distinctive uniforms, like tall hats, making them stand out.

The tall bearskin hats of the British grenadiers are a recognizable part of their uniform.
Historical Context
Originally, grenadiers were elite soldiers known for their strength who threw hand grenades.

The museum exhibit about 18th-century warfare had a section dedicated to the role of grenadiers.
Military Evolution
The meaning evolved; modern grenadiers may also use grenade launchers, not just throw grenades by hand.

Modern grenadiers in the army are equipped with advanced grenade launchers for combat.
Uniform Distinction
Historically, grenadiers often wore distinctive uniforms, like tall hats, making them stand out.

The tall bearskin hats of the British grenadiers are a recognizable part of their uniform.
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