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Word: Paratroops
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
1940s: from an abbreviation of parachute + troops (plural of troop)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈparətruːps
Dialects: British English
Definition:
troops trained and equipped to be dropped by parachute from aircraft
Short Definition:troops trained and equipped to be dropped by parachute from aircraft
Examples:- a paratroop regiment
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