battle of caporetto

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Definition

Proper noun A major military engagement during World War I in 1917, where the Italian army suffered a significant defeat by the combined forces of Austria-Hungary and Germany.

Usage

This term is used specifically as a historical reference to this event. It is a proper noun and is typically capitalized. * The Battle of Caporetto was a disastrous defeat for Italy. * Historical analysis of the Battle of Caporetto often focuses on its impact on Italian morale.

Advanced Usage
  • The battle is frequently cited in military history as a classic example of the effective use of infiltration tactics and stormtrooper units.
  • The term can be used metaphorically to describe a sudden, catastrophic collapse or defeat in non-military contexts, though this is a specialized literary usage.
    • The company's financial quarter was a total Battle of Caporetto.
Variants and Related Words
  • Caporetto: Often used alone to refer to the battle, especially in historical texts.
    • The retreat after Caporetto was chaotic.
  • Twelfth Battle of the Isonzo: This is the official military designation for the Battle of Caporetto within the series of battles along the Isonzo River front.
Synonyms
  • The Caporetto Breakthrough
  • The Twelfth Battle of the Isonzo
Related Phrases
  • Rout at Caporetto: Emphasizes the complete and disorderly nature of the Italian defeat.
  • Disaster of Caporetto: Highlights the catastrophic outcome for the Italian forces.
Noun
  1. battle of World War I (1917); Italians were defeated by the Austrian and German forces

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