Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grenadier
noun
/ˌɡrɛnəˈdɪr/
Definition
A soldier who carries and uses grenades.
Examples
- The grenadier bravely charged into battle, leading his unit.
- Historically, grenadiers were known for their strength and bravery.
- During the training, the recruits learned how to effectively deploy grenades under pressure.
Meaning
Originally, a soldier specialized in throwing grenades; in modern contexts, it often refers to an infantry soldier in certain elite units.
Synonyms
- infantryman
- soldier
