army
/ˈɑːmi/ · /ˈɑːrmi/
CEFR level A2Topic GovernmentWord #823 in the learning path
陆军；军队
Definitions
n. A country's military force trained mainly to fight on land.
陆军；军队
n. A large group of people working toward a shared purpose.
大群；大批
Example
My cousin joined the army after leaving school.
我的表亲毕业后参军了。
During major floods, the army can provide essential transport and supplies when civilian services are overwhelmed.
发生严重洪灾时，如果民用服务不堪重负，军队可以提供必要的运输服务和物资。
Collocations
- join the army
- serve in the army
- an army of volunteers
Usage tip
army主要指陆军；armed forces泛指各军种。
FAQ
- What does army mean?
- A country's military force trained mainly to fight on land. A large group of people working toward a shared purpose.
- How is army pronounced?
- UK /ˈɑːmi/, US /ˈɑːrmi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
