Legion ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Legion ( noun )

1. A large military unit, typically consisting of several thousand soldiers.
2. A large number of people or things.

Origin:

Mid 16th century: from latin legio(n-) "levy, conscription", from legere "to gather".

Examples:

1. The Roman legion was one of the most effective fighting forces of its time.
2. A legion of volunteers helped to rebuild the town after the flood.
3. He had a legion of fans who followed his every move.
4. She had a legion of admirers who were willing to do anything for her.
5. The company had a legion of employees working around the clock.

(As an adjective)

Legion ( adjective )

1. A large military unit, typically consisting of several thousand soldiers.
2. A large number of people or things.

Origin:

Mid 16th century: from latin legio(n-) "levy, conscription", from legere "to gather".

Examples:

1. The Roman legion was one of the most effective fighting forces of its time.
2. A legion of volunteers helped to rebuild the town after the flood.
3. He had a legion of fans who followed his every move.
4. She had a legion of admirers who were willing to do anything for her.
5. The company had a legion of employees working around the clock.