Fusileers

/ˌfjuːzɪˈlɪrz/ noun

Definition

Plural of fusileer; multiple soldiers armed with fusils or members of fusilier military units.

Etymology

Plural form of fusileer, maintaining the French-derived military terminology used since the 17th century.

Kelly Says

Some British and European armies still have 'Fusilier' regiments today—it's a title that stuck around even though nobody actually carries fusils anymore, kind of like how we still call it 'dialing' a phone number!

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