Cuirassier
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kwɪrəˈsɪər/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cuirassier is a noun meaning (historical, military) A cavalry soldier equipped with a cuirass (armor).
Meaning
(historical, military) A cavalry soldier equipped with a cuirass (armor).
Example Sentences
His vision was secular: the high priests 'will wear impressive robes'; the Herzl army would boast cuirassiers with silver breastplates;
Word Forms
- cuirassiers
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include curiet, cuish, cuirassement, cuirbouly, carabineer, cuir-bouilly.
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