bataillon
French → English
(military) Battalion: a military unit consisting of several companies, usually commanded by a lieutenant colonel.
Le troisième bataillon d'infanterie a reçu l'ordre de sécuriser la colline.
(English) The third infantry battalion received orders to secure the hill.
Plusieurs bataillons ont été mobilisés pour aider les civils après l'inondation.
(English) Several battalions were mobilized to help civilians after the flood.
(figurative) Multitude: a large number of people forming a distinct and active group; horde
Un bataillon de journalistes attendait la sortie du ministre devant le perron.
(English) A battalion of journalists was waiting for the minister's exit in front of the steps.
Chaque matin, un bataillon d'ouvriers se presse vers les portes de l'usine.
(English) Every morning, a multitude of workers hurries toward the factory gates.
Entry ID: fr:en:bataillon · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary