signal corps

signal corps

The signal corps sets up a field radio at their base camp.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Military communication unit: "signal corps" refers to a branch or unit within an armed force responsible for establishing, maintaining, and operating communication systems, including radio, telephone, telegraph, and data networks. It is a collective term for personnel and equipment dedicated to military communications.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The signal corps set up field radios to coordinate troop movements. (The communication unit established radio links for military coordination.)
    • He served in the signal corps during the war, handling encrypted messages. (He was a member of the military communication branch managing coded transmissions.)
Advanced Usage

  • "Signal corps officer": an officer specialized in communications within the military.

    • The signal corps officer supervised the installation of satellite links. (The communications officer oversaw satellite connection setup.)

  • "Signal corps training": instruction in communication techniques and equipment.

    • New recruits undergo signal corps training to learn radio operation. (New soldiers receive training in radio use as part of the communication branch.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Signal (n): a sign, gesture, or device used to convey information.

    • The signal from the tower indicated the plane could land. (The communication sign from the tower gave landing permission.)

  • Corps (n): a main subdivision of an armed force, or a group of people organized for a specific purpose.

    • The medical corps provided emergency care on the battlefield. (The organized medical group offered urgent treatment.)
Synonyms
  • Communications unit: a military group focused on transmitting information.
  • Signals unit: a British military term for a similar communication branch.
Related Idioms

  • "To join the signal corps": to become a member of the military communication branch.

    • After basic training, he decided to join the signal corps. (He chose to serve in the communications unit.)

  • "Signal corps in action": the unit actively performing communication duties.

    • The signal corps in action kept the front lines connected. (The active communication unit maintained links between combat zones.)