Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
casern
noun
/kəˈzɜrn/
Definition
A casern is a military barracks or a building where soldiers are housed.
Examples
- The soldiers were assigned to the old casern on the outskirts of the city.
- After a long march, the troops returned to the casern to rest and recharge.
Meaning
Typically used to refer to a building or a complex that provides accommodation for military personnel. It is a facility designed to serve the needs of soldiers while they are stationed at a particular location.
Synonyms
- Barracks
- Garrison
- Military quarters
