Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
garrison
noun
/ˈɡer.ɪ.sən/
Definition
A garrison is a military post or a group of troops stationed in a particular location to defend it.
Examples
- The army established a garrison in the newly captured territory.
- During the war, the town was turned into a fortified garrison.
- The garrison was well-stocked with supplies for the long campaign.
Meaning
It refers to the soldiers stationed at a specific location to protect it, as well as the buildings and structures that serve as their base.
Synonyms
- fort
- stronghold
- military post
- barracks
