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garrison

nounfemininegeneral useuncommon/ɡwɐɾniˈsɐ̃w̃/guar·ni·ção

Definition

1

A body of troops stationed in a fortified place.

Usage examples

“The small garrison defended the fortress bravely.”
“He was assigned to a garrison in a remote province.”

Common combinations

military garrisoncity garrisongarrison towngarrison commander