Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
doughboy
Noun
/ˈdoʊˌbɔɪ/
Definition
A term used to refer to a United States infantry soldier, especially one who served in World War I.
Examples
- The brave doughboys marched into battle with determination.
- During World War I, many doughboys faced challenging conditions in the trenches.
Meaning
The term is often used informally to describe a soldier, highlighting their youth and inexperience, particularly in reference to American troops during the Great War.
Synonyms
- Soldier
- Private
- Infantryman
