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troops

The correct spelling is troops.

How to pronounce troops

/tɹuːps/
noun

IPA: /tɹuːps/

Say it like: Troo-ps

The correct spelling is troops. (collective) A collection of people; a number; a multitude (in general). For example: "The children trooped into the room."

Usage Examples

The children trooped into the room.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.(collective) A collection of people; a number; a multitude (in general).
  2. 2.A small unit of cavalry or armour commanded by a captain, corresponding to a platoon or company of infantry.
  3. 3.A detachment of soldiers or police, especially horse artillery, armour, or state troopers.
  4. 4.Soldiers, military forces (usually "troops").
  5. 5.A company of stageplayers; a troupe.

verb

  1. 1.To move in numbers; to come or gather in crowds or troops.
  2. 2.To march on; to go forward in haste.
  3. 3.To move or march as if in a crowd.

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