cavalryman

noun
UK: /ˈkævəlrimən/
US: /ˈkævəlrimən/

  1. A soldier who fights on horseback.

    1. The cavalryman rode swiftly across the open field.
    2. The brave cavalryman charged into battle, his sword raised high.

  2. A member of a military unit that originally fought on horseback but now often uses armored vehicles.

    1. The cavalryman served with distinction in the armored division.
    2. Though traditions remain, a modern cavalryman might drive a tank, not ride a horse.

Synonyms

dragoon trooper
cavalryman adjective

  1. Relating to a cavalryman or cavalry.

    1. The cavalryman tradition is still alive.
    2. The cavalryman spirit is very strong in the group of soldiers.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "cavalryman" in English means: A soldier who fights on horseback., A member of a military unit that originally fought on horseback but now often uses armored vehicles..

The phonetic transcription of "cavalryman" is /ˈkævəlrimən/ in British English and /ˈkævəlrimən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "cavalryman": dragoon, trooper.

Example usage of "cavalryman": "The cavalryman rode swiftly across the open field.". More examples on the page.