Corps
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Corps is a noun meaning (military) A battlefield formation composed of two or more divisions.
Meaning
(military) A battlefield formation composed of two or more divisions.
More Meanings
- An organized group of people united by a common purpose.
- A corps de ballet.
- plural of corp
- Obsolete spelling of corpse.
Example Sentences
diplomatic corps
White House press corps
Did I poſſeſs the power of reſuſcitation, I would reanimate thy lifeleſs corps, and cheriſh thee in the warmeſt corner of thy favourite dwelling-place.
How to keep the corps ſeven dayes from corruption by anointing and waſhing, without exenteration, were an hazardable peece of art, in our choiſeſt practiſe.
Word Forms
- corpses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include corporation, battalion, regiment, forces, squad, army.
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