commando
/kə'mɑ:ndou/
Definition
- Noun:
- A member of a specially trained military unit: A "commando" is a soldier who belongs to a small, elite military force trained for rapid, surprise raids, often in difficult or enemy-controlled territory.
- The military unit itself: "Commando" can also refer to the entire specialized military unit trained for such operations.
Usage Examples
Noun (referring to a soldier): The commando infiltrated the enemy camp under cover of darkness. He was trained as a commando for high-risk missions.
Noun (referring to the unit): The commando was deployed to secure the coastal area. They served in an elite army commando.
Advanced Usage
- "In commando style": Done in a manner characteristic of commandos, such as with speed, stealth, and precision.
Variants and Related Words
- Commandos (n, plural): The plural form of commando, referring to multiple soldiers or units.
- Commando raid (n, compound): A specific surprise attack carried out by commandos.
Synonyms
- Ranger: A soldier trained for similar light infantry and special operations.
- Special forces operative: A member of any elite military unit.
- Shock trooper: A soldier trained for aggressive, rapid assaults.
Related Phrases
- To go commando (idiom, informal): This is a modern, informal idiom meaning to not wear any underwear. It is derived humorously from the idea of being ready for action like a commando, but it is a separate, slang usage.
Notes on Meaning
The word "commando" specifically emphasizes training for surprise, hit-and-run attacks and raids, often behind enemy lines. It is distinct from general infantry. The informal idiom "to go commando" is a separate, colloquial development of the word.
Noun
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an amphibious military unit trained for raids into enemy territory
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a member of a military unit trained as shock troops for hit-and-run raids
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