Lancer ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Lancer ( noun )

1. A soldier armed with a lance, as in a medieval cavalry.
2. A member of a cavalry unit armed with a lance, typically used during the time of Napoleonic Wars.

Origin:

Middle english lancer, from anglo-french, from lancer to launch, from latin lanceare.

Examples:

1. The lancer was a feared opponent in battle, charging towards the enemy with his lance at the ready.
2. The lancer regiment was one of the most elite units in the Napoleonic army.
3. The lancer's uniform included a plumed helmet, a breastplate, and a long flowing cloak.
4. The lancer's lance was a formidable weapon, able to pierce armor and unhorse a rider.
5. The painting depicts a group of lancers charging into battle during the Napoleonic Wars.

(As a verb)

Lancer ( verb )

1. A soldier armed with a lance, as in a medieval cavalry.
2. A member of a cavalry unit armed with a lance, typically used during the time of Napoleonic Wars.

Origin:

Middle english lancer, from anglo-french, from lancer to launch, from latin lanceare.

Examples:

1. The lancer was a feared opponent in battle, charging towards the enemy with his lance at the ready.
2. The lancer regiment was one of the most elite units in the Napoleonic army.
3. The lancer's uniform included a plumed helmet, a breastplate, and a long flowing cloak.
4. The lancer's lance was a formidable weapon, able to pierce armor and unhorse a rider.
5. The painting depicts a group of lancers charging into battle during the Napoleonic Wars.