Soldiery
(noun)
- The collective body of soldiers serving in an army.
- The military forces of a country or group, especially when considered as a group.
- The condition or quality of being a soldier, especially as it relates to discipline, training, and loyalty.
Origin:
The word 'soldiery' is derived from the word 'soldier', which refers to a person who serves in an army, especially as a career.
Examples:
- The soldiery was well-disciplined, well-trained, and highly dedicated to their country and their cause.
- The soldiery was deployed to the front lines, where they faced danger, hardship, and sacrifice.
- The soldiery was highly respected and admired for their bravery, sacrifice, and devotion to duty.
- The soldiery was made up of both professional soldiers and conscripts, who had been drafted into service.
- The soldiery was honored for their service and sacrifice, and were celebrated as heroes by the nation.